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Which subject	Design and technology
What topic	Sustainability in furniture making
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan

Topic

Sustainability in Furniture Making

Objectives

• Understand the principles of sustainability in the context of furniture design and production.
• Identify sustainable materials and practices in furniture making.
• Evaluate the environmental impact of different furniture materials.

Materials

• PowerPoint presentation on sustainability principles.
• Samples of sustainable and non-sustainable materials (e.g., bamboo, recycled wood, plastic).
• Markers, paper for group activities, and handouts summarizing key concepts.
• Access to online resources for further exploration (optional).
• Evaluation sheet for homework activity.

Grade/Age Group

Suitable for all grades (flexible application based on student understanding).

Subject

Design and Technology

Class Size

20 students

Lesson Length

30 minutes

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the Australian National Curriculum for Design and Technology, focusing on sustainable practices and responsible use of resources.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Sustainability	5 mins	Brief overview of sustainability and its importance in furniture making.
2	Presentation on Materials	10 mins	Discuss various materials used in furniture making, highlighting sustainable options with examples.
3	Group Discussion	5 mins	Students break into small groups to discuss the materials presented and their environmental impacts.
4	Evaluation Activity	5 mins	Distribute evaluation sheets to assess understanding of the sustainability concepts discussed.
5	Recap and Conclusion	5 mins	Summarize key points from the lesson and answer any lingering questions.

Homework

• Students are to conduct a brief research assignment on a piece of furniture in their home, identifying its materials and potential sustainability issues. They will submit their findings in writing, which will be reviewed by the teacher without oral presentations.

Assessment

• Evaluate homework submissions based on clarity of analysis, understanding of sustainable practices, and application of concepts learned in class.

Additional Notes

• Encourage students to think critically about their own consumption patterns and the sustainability of products they use daily.
• Discuss the importance of innovative design in creating sustainable furniture solutions.

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