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Environmental Science
Robert Sime
Water Court
10th, 11th, 12th

Objectives

Demonstrate how disputes regarding water quality and quantity can be solved through mediation or litigation. Develop and present an argument supporting their views regarding a water related issue

Standards Addressed

None

Resources and materials regarding court cases involving water (Environmental Law Journal and U.S. Water News). Student mediation worksheet

Time Requirement

50 minutes

Procedure/ Outline

Brainstorm issues. Divide into small groups (3). Distribute and explain student mediation worksheet. Allow 20 minutes for mediation session. Have groups summarize to the class how successful their mediation was

Modifications /Adaptions/ Extensions

Use process for other environmental issues

Assessment

Evaluate the mediation process as to how it worked in their case

Other Comments

None