Everyone's heard the popular slogan reduce, reuse, recycle, but there may be a better way to talk about sustainability. Using the second lesson from the five-part WE Are Innovators—High School Modules series, learners explore issues affecting the environment. Pupils read informative articles, watch videos, and engage in discussion to get a better grasp of the topic. Finally, they create innovative ways to approach a chosen environmental issue, such as water or air pollution. 

Concepts

the environment, human impact on the environment, problem solving strategies, innovation, consumption, pollution, sustainability

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Additional Tags

college and career readiness

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Instructional Ideas

• Challenge small groups to create an original slogan to teach others about responsible consumerism 
• Invite individuals to seek volunteer opportunities with a community organization that is working to protect natural resources

Classroom Considerations

• Requires a computer with speakers and Internet access

Pros

• Lesson plan is effectively organized with notes, guiding questions, and an educator planning form
• Includes optional enrichment activities

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.1.a SL.11-12.1.a