History Lesson: Climate Solutions to Ecocide
Created by Teacher(s): Breck Foster|Published on: October 21, 2024
Grades: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Type: Lesson Plan
Subjects: Social Studies
Duration: 2 hours
Created by: Oregon Climate Education Hub teachers
Region: Oregon
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Synopsis
Students analyze climate solutions in terms of climate justice, feasibility, and effectiveness at the local and global levels, then compare and contrast the results of their analysis in class discussions. Students write and present a persuasive pitch to implement a specific climate solution that benefits the planet and promotes human rights.
Inquire: Students reflect on art that depicts ecocide and brainstorm ideas about climate solutions.
Investigate: Students compare and contrast climate solutions scenarios, including potential outcomes for people and the planet.
Inspire: Students develop a proposal in the form of an elevator pitch to advocate for the immediate implementation of a climate solution.
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