Lesson Plan

Pollution Data

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Smog? Vog? What is being done about air pollution? Government classes investigate federal and state programs designed to improve air quality, and then develop a proposal for further actions that are needed.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Have class members investigate current statistics, as well as what is being done locally to address pollution issues
Classroom Considerations
  • While designed for Maryland government classes, the activity may easily be adapted to any locale
Pros
  • The six-page packet includes the plan, pollution data charts, information on the 1970 Clean Air Act, and worksheets
Cons
  • The data, from 1990, would need to be updated