| Full lesson | Create for a teacher a set of content for giving a lesson, beginning with the lesson plan. Each new block of materials must begin with an H1 heading (other subheaders must be H2, H3, etc). When you describe required pictures, write those descriptions in curly brackets, for example: {A picture of a triangle} |
| Which subject | Biology |
| What topic | Sustainable farming and fisheries |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 11 |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Sustainable Farming and Fisheries
Year 11 (Ages 16-17)
Biology
30 minutes
20 Students
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Topic | 5 mins | Briefly introduce sustainable farming and fisheries, discussing why it's important for the environment. |
| 2 | Group Discussion | 5 mins | Facilitate a discussion on current farming and fishing practices students are aware of, highlighting unsustainable practices. |
| 3 | Distribution of Printable Cards | 5 mins | Hand out printable cards to each student, instructing them to fill in their thoughts and ideas relating to sustainability principles. |
| 4 | Independent Work | 10 mins | Students fill out the cards individually based on their understanding and knowledge. Take time to write down thoughts. |
| 5 | Collection and Random Checking | 5 mins | Collect the cards for random checking, ensuring students' understanding of the concepts discussed. |
| 6 | Conclusion and Recap | 5 mins | Summarise the key points covered in the lesson and reinforce the importance of sustainable practices in farming and fishing. |
"Good morning, class! Today, we’re going to explore an important topic: Sustainable Farming and Fisheries. This is essential because it affects our environment, our health, and the future of our planet. Sustainable practices can help to ensure that we can produce food without depleting our natural resources. So why is this topic important, do you think? Let's take a moment to think about that."
"Now, I’d like you to turn to your partner and discuss what you know about current farming and fishing practices. What have you observed in your local area? Think about both sustainable and unsustainable practices. What do you think the impact of these practices is on our environment? You have five minutes for this discussion, and then we’ll share some of your insights with the class."
"Great discussions, everyone! Now, I have some printable cards for each of you. These cards will help us think more deeply about sustainability. Please take one card and a marker or pen. On this card, I want you to write down your thoughts and ideas about the principles of sustainability in farming and fishing. What does sustainability mean to you? What practices do you think contribute to or detract from sustainability? You have five minutes to complete this."
"Now that you each have your cards, I want you to work independently. Spend the next ten minutes filling out your cards with your thoughts. Don’t hesitate to recall what you discussed with your partner earlier. You can also think about any additional information or examples you've encountered in your research or classes. Take your time and write as much as you can!"
"Time's up! Please pass your cards to the front of the class. I’ll be collecting them for random checking. Don’t worry, this isn’t a test; I simply want to gauge everyone’s understanding of the concepts we’ve discussed. I will read a few cards, and based on what I see, we might revisit some points or share examples. Let me remind you, it's vital that we all understand these principles, as they are crucial for our environment and our future."
"Thank you for your thoughtful contributions today. To conclude, let’s recap the key points we covered. We explored what sustainable farming and fisheries are, discussed some current practices, and thought about their environmental impact. Remember, our choices in agriculture and fishing can either harm or help our planet. I encourage you to keep these concepts in mind as you research for your homework assignment. For next time, each of you will look into a local sustainable practice in farming or fishing and write a short report on it. That is all for today—thank you for your engagement!"
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the key principles of sustainability in farming and fisheries? | |
| Can you name some sustainable practices in local farming or fishing? | |
| What impact do unsustainable farming practices have on the environment? | |
| How can sustainable farming and fishing contribute to the health of our planet? | |
| What is your understanding of the concept of sustainability? | |
| How do local farming and fishing practices vary in terms of sustainability? | |
| What examples of sustainable and unsustainable practices have you observed in your community? | |
| Why is it important to engage in sustainable practices in agriculture and fisheries? | |
| How can individual choices in farming and fishing affect wider environmental outcomes? | |
| What role does education play in promoting sustainable practices in agriculture and fishing? |