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| Which subject | English |
| What topic | Sustainability |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 11 |
| Class size | 20 |
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| Number of slides | 5 |
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Sustainability
Year 11 (16-17 years old)
English
20 students
This lesson plan aligns with the Irish National Curriculum for English, focusing on communication, critical thinking, and collaborative learning.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Sustainability | 5 mins | Briefly introduce the concept of sustainability. Pose questions to engage students and gather initial thoughts. |
| 2 | Video Presentation | 5 mins | Show a short video that illustrates sustainable practices in various contexts. Discuss key points from the video. |
| 3 | Group Discussion | 10 mins | Divide students into small groups. Provide articles for reading and ask them to discuss the main ideas and implications of sustainability. Each group will share a summary after discussion. |
| 4 | Class Sharing | 5 mins | Groups share their insights with the class. Encourage interaction and additional questions. |
| 5 | Assign Homework | 3 mins | Inform students about the homework task, emphasizing topics related to sustainability that they should explore further. |
| 6 | Conclusion and Recap | 2 mins | Summarise what was covered in the lesson, reiterating the importance of sustainability and encouraging students to think critically about their role in it. |
To be assigned in Step 5; students will explore a specific aspect of sustainability to research and reflect upon for the next lesson.
"Good morning, everyone! Today, we’re going to dive into a very important topic: sustainability. Can anyone tell me what they think sustainability means?"
[Pause for student responses]
"Great thoughts! Sustainability is about meeting our own needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs. It’s essential for our environment, economy, and society. Let’s keep this concept in mind as we explore it further today."
"Now, to give us a better understanding of sustainability, we’re going to watch a short video. This video highlights various sustainable practices in different contexts around the world. Please pay attention to the examples provided and think about how they relate to our daily lives."
[Show the video]
"Now that we’ve watched the video, what were some of the key points or practices you noticed? Let’s discuss those!"
[Encourage student responses and highlight key points]
"Excellent insights, everyone! Now, let’s break into small groups for a discussion. Each group will receive an article on a different aspect of sustainability. I want you to read through it together and discuss the main ideas, as well as the implications of these sustainable practices. Let’s aim for a lively discussion!"
[Distribute articles and allow 10 minutes for group discussion]
"Okay, groups, let’s come back together! Who would like to share what your group discussed?"
"Thank you for those summaries! Each group brought up some fantastic points. Were there any questions or additional thoughts from the class?"
[Facilitate a discussion based on group shares]
"Remember, it’s important to consider various perspectives when discussing sustainability. How can these ideas apply to our lives here in Ireland?"
"Now that we’ve explored these ideas in depth, I’d like to assign some homework. I want you to pick a specific aspect of sustainability that interests you – it could be anything from renewable energy to sustainable agriculture. Research it, write a short reflection on what you learn, and be prepared to share it in our next class."
"Please note: keep your reflections concise, and I will collect them next week."
"As we wrap up for today, let’s summarize what we’ve learned. Sustainability is crucial for our future, and by evaluating different practices and perspectives, we can all contribute positively to our environment. I encourage you to think critically about how you can apply these lessons in your own lives."
"Thank you for your participation today! I look forward to hearing your insights in our next session on sustainability."
What is your understanding of sustainability? Provide your definition based on our class discussion.
After watching the video, list three sustainable practices highlighted and explain why each practice is important for the environment.
In your groups, you discussed various aspects of sustainability. Summarise one main idea from your group’s article and discuss its implications for our daily lives.
Reflecting on our class discussions, why is it important to consider multiple perspectives when talking about sustainability? Provide an example.
Choose one specific aspect of sustainability that interests you (e.g., renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, waste management). Explain why you chose this topic and what questions you have about it.
Conduct research on your chosen aspect of sustainability. Write a brief reflection (200-300 words) summarising your findings. What new insights did you gain?
How can the concepts of sustainability discussed in class be applied to our lives here in Ireland? Provide at least two practical examples.
What challenges do you think we face in promoting sustainable practices in our communities? Suggest potential solutions to these challenges.
Prepare to share your research reflections in our next class. What key points do you plan to discuss?
Finally, based on what you learned today, list two actions you can take in your everyday life to promote sustainability.