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Framework

Overview
topics
Introduction
Ecological Principles
Human Systems
Energy Resources
Air Resources
Land Resources
Water Resources
Living Resources
Conclusion
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Conclusion
Review environmental issues relevant to the topics discussed; revisit idea that environmental problems have a cultural and social context; explore interconnections among topics and issues

Discuss solutions to environmental issues that will lead to sustainable systems; relate importance of management of common resources

Discuss environmental leaders

Emphasize that human survival depends on developing practices that will achieve sustainable systems

Identify what students can do - civic responsibilities, examine ecological footprint, career choices

Future prospects for studies - technology, reserves, demand, careers, balance between conservation and development
RESOURCES

Conclusion
 
Food, Farming & Community (activities)
Source: Michigan State University Museum
http://www.foodfarmingandcommunity.org
This site provides a reader's theater and a six-part curriculum that builds understanding and engages students in dialogue about local food and the importance of sustainable practices.
 
Sustainable Village Project (activity)
Source: Online Resource Center for Environmental Studies
Web site: http://www.mudface.net/. Go to Projects - 
Sustainable Village Management Project
Students assess the environmental conditions of a remote Village. The students are Environmental Planners and have a limited budget to plan a long-term sustainable future for this village. They must make changes to the village and educate the villagers of their decisions (by writing a paper and creating a new map of the village).
 

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College of Natural Resources
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