To recycle or not to recycle? That shouldn`t even be the question!

Secondary

Description

Learners will explore the concept of environmental stewardship and the role they can play ‘even as just one individual’ in helping to make their home, school, community, and world a better place by recycling.The purpose of this unit is to assist the learner in developing a deeper understanding of what it means to be an environmental steward and to apply this knowledge to identified environmental problems as they relate to the use of the Earth’s natural resources and recycling efforts. 
Focus Question: “How can I effect positive change in the environment?”

Through 3 lessons, students will:

  • explore the characteristics and motivations of those who recycle.
  • explore the economics of recycling.
  • conduct a survey to determine awareness and involvement in recycling endeavors of individuals of different ages.
  • write a convincing argument for why recycling/stewardship of natural resources is worth the time and effort.
  • analyze collected data and identify possible patterns/trends.
  • organize a recycling project in conjunction with existing community projects.
  • solicit the involvement of others in this recycling project.
  • volunteer to serve during the recycling collection period.
  • reflect on the entire recycling project.
  • recognize volunteers who assisted in the recycling project.
  • report on the recycling project to appropriate local media.
  • develop a personal pledge/commitment to recycle.
  • celebrate their involvement in this recycling project.

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