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Which subject	Spanish
What age group	College
What topic	Reduce, recycle, reuse
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Lesson Introduction: Reduce, Recycle, Reuse in Spanish

Objective

To engage students in the concepts of sustainability through the lens of the Spanish language, fostering both linguistic skills and environmental awareness.

Hook Activity: "The Waste Challenge"

Step 1: Setting the Scene

Start the lesson with an engaging short video clip or a series of powerful images depicting the impact of waste on the environment. Choose visuals that resonate with the Spanish-speaking world, such as scenes from Spanish cities grappling with pollution or vibrant natural landscapes threatened by littering.

Suggested video source: A brief documentary segment or an animation discussing environmental challenges in Spain or Latin America.

Step 2: Group Discussion

After viewing, break the class into small groups and ask them to discuss the following questions in Spanish:

• ¿Qué acciones ves en las imágenes que podrían ayudar a reducir la contaminación?
• ¿Cuáles son algunos ejemplos de “reducir, reciclar y reutilizar” que has visto en tu vida diaria?

Encourage students to think critically and share personal experiences related to waste management and sustainability before transitioning to the lesson content.

Step 3: Vocabulary Brainstorm

As groups share their thoughts, write relevant vocabulary on the board that surfaces during their discussions. Words can include:

• Sostenibilidad (Sustainability)
• Contaminación (Pollution)
• Residuos (Waste)
• Reciclaje (Recycling)
• Reutilizar (Reuse)

This collaborative vocabulary-building sets a linguistic foundation before diving into more complex topics related to waste management in the Spanish-speaking world.

Transition to Lesson Content

After the discussion, you can smoothly transition into the content of the lesson by introducing the key phrases and expressions related to "Reduce, Recycle, Reuse." Explain that, as future global citizens, it’s crucial to understand these concepts not just in English but also in Spanish, which can facilitate broader discussions with Spanish-speaking communities and regions.

Conclusion

This engaging introduction not only activates prior knowledge but also fosters group collaboration and highlights the importance of language as a vehicle for discussing critical global issues. Through this method, students will be well-prepared to tackle the lesson ahead, armed with both vocabulary and a new perspective on sustainability in Spanish.