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Framework
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Topic outline
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RESOURCES
| Environmental problems and issues |
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The 11th Hour (DVD)
Source: Warner Home Video
Web site DVD is available for purchase for $5.00
Narrated by actor Leonardo DeCaprio, this powerful documentary
shocks viewers by showing the unfortunate current state of our
planet and how it came to be this way. It then shifts to
persuade viewers to take action and make the changes necessary
since we are at the "11th Hour" or final moment available to
make a change. Viewpoints from many renowned scientists and
leaders are presented. Official website also includes links with
various facts, tips, and suggestions of how to take action.
2008. Running time: 124 minutes.
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Badger Poll (survey summary)
Source: University of Wisconsin Survey Center
Document (PDF)
The spring 2008 Badger
Poll asked Wisconsin residents about a variety of environmental
issues. The major results and analysis are summarized. E.g., 66% of Wisconsinites rate the natural environment of the state as excellent or good. |
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Environmental Issue Investigation
(activity)
Source: Ron Weber, Weyerhaeuser School
District
Activity (MS Word)
Students identify an environmental
issue and then develop an action project to increase awareness
and knowledge of the issue within the school, the community, and
hopefully beyond. |
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