It might not be easy, but it is worth recycling electronics. Small groups determine the percentage of the materials that make up an iPad 2 and display the information in a circle graph. They then research the recycling process for electronics to find the challenges and potential costs and present their findings to the rest of the class. 

Concepts

recycling, recyclables, computers, technology resources

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Instructional Ideas

• Conduct research to determine the kinds and amounts of recyclable materials in different electronics

Classroom Considerations

• Get access to an older computer tower so you can show the components to the class
• Pupils need to complete the questions in the Motivate section prior to starting the lesson
• The lesson is first in a six-part series on recycling

Pros

• The teacher pages include an answer sheet
• The web links provide Internet sites to gain more information about recycling electronics

Cons

• None

Common Core

HSN-Q.A.1 HSN-Q.A.2 HSA-CED.A.1 MP4 MP6