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The Earth Is In Your Hands

Suggest how to improve upon an existing technology that will lower the human impact/footprint on the climate.
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What's included

4 live meetings
2 hrs 40 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

How can "I" make an impact that matters? 

This mini-course/project is based upon the NGSS Standards for Human Sustainability (HS ESS3-4 and 3-6).  The learner will have an opportunity to create as they develop a deeper understanding of the science related to climate change. 

The project-based​ activity where the learner will produce two items:
1. A product: The learners will use data to illustrate the relationship between human behavior and Earth's Systems. 
2. A Solution: Next they will identify a current technology/practice that is intended to lessen the ​ human impact, analyze it, and then suggest an improvement or replacement. 

There are many possible answers and the focus of learning will be on the student's ability to think and act like a Scientist.  Students will receive resources and feedback but are also encouraged to find additional resources.  

This course will be supported by utilizing Trello and Google Drive. ​​​

Other Details

Supply List
Students will receive resources to deepen their understanding of the human impact and specifically their own personal footprint. These include articles, videos, activities, ​and labs. All resources will be delivered digitally.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2019
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I have been teaching Biology and Environmental Science for 20+ years.  I am passionate about taking better care of the Earth and strive to minimize my impact/footprint every day. 

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$50

for 4 classes
2x per week, 2 weeks
40 min

Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-16
2-8 learners per class

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