Students will understand the definition of global warming and how it is caused.
Students will examine the effects of global warming on the planet.
Students will consider ways to mitigate the effects of global warming.
Materials Needed:
Whiteboard and markers
Projector and laptop
Printed handouts of data and statistics related to global warming
Interactive online resources and videos
Pencils and paper
Procedure:
Introduction (5 minutes)
Introduce the topic of global warming and its effects on the planet.
Ask students what they already know about global warming and how it affects the environment.
Definition of Global Warming (5 minutes)
Explain the definition of global warming and how it differs from climate change.
Use visual aids to help students understand the concept of carbon dioxide emissions and their effect on the planet.
Causes of Global Warming (5 minutes)
Discuss the main causes of global warming, including burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and agriculture.
Provide examples of how each of these contributes to the increase in carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
Effects of Global Warming (10 minutes)
Showcase data and statistics related to rising global temperatures, melting ice caps, sea-level rise, and extreme weather conditions.
Highlight how these effects are interconnected and can lead to more serious problems, such as food scarcity and health issues.
Mitigation of Global Warming (5 minutes)
Discuss ways to mitigate the effects of global warming, including reducing carbon emissions, planting trees, and investing in renewable energy sources.
Encourage students to think critically about the role of individuals, businesses, and governments in mitigating global warming.
Conclusion (5 minutes)
Summarize the key points covered in the lesson.
Encourage students to explore more resources related to global warming and ways to take action in their communities.
Assessment:
Have students write a paragraph summarizing the main causes and effects of global warming.
Engage students in a group discussion related to the policy-making decisions that can be made to combat global warming.
Evaluate the effectiveness of the lesson by encouraging students to provide feedback in the form of a self-reflection survey.