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Rachel Carson's exposure to the dangers of chemical pesticides in Silent Spring not only lead to the development of the Environment Protection Agency, but also to her being accused of being a mass murderer due to the ban on DDT. Find out the facts in a short, fascinating video.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use the video to launch a study of Rachel Carson's Silent Spring, during Women's History Month in March, or as part of a study of famous women scientists
- Have groups investigate current battles with the Environment Protection Agency
- Assign other groups to investigate the charges against Carson through the links provided in the "Dig Deeper" section of the resource
Classroom Considerations
- Viewers do not need to have read Carson's works to appreciate the video; however, familiarity with Silent Spring would be advantageous
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- In addition to the video, the resource includes a comprehension check, links to related articles, and a discussion forum
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- None