Objectives
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Understand why/when laws have been enacted that influence the environment. Make generalization about Democrats and Republicans in regard to the environment.
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Standards Addressed
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Inquiry. History and Nature of Science, Science in Personal and Social Perspectives |
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Internet access, written resources
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Time Requirement
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1 week (includes research adn timeline development) |
Procedure/outline
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Each student will be asked to look back and list instances where government has influenced (pos/neg) the environment. They will list hwat happened, why it happened, and its affect. Ex: 1973 Endangered Species Act. This will be one for the United States mainly but major international events may also be included. A timeline format will be used. |
Modifications/Adaptions/ Extensions
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Assessment
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Grade timeline for neatness and content. |
Other Comments
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