Using the guiding question to the right, it is time to explore this issue in greater detail. Each person within your small group of 3 will chose a different guiding question to research and then share what he/she has found with his/her partners. This is an opportunity to learn from one another and share the workload! You may use the resources provided or you may find your own. Remember you only have two classes to complete this phase so use your time effectively.
Recommended Sites
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1. Green Facts
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3.Visit this World WildLife Federation interactive map. Make sure to click on the ‘Climate Projects’ links on the map – they appear as red dots.
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5. Human Impacts on the Environment (YouTube 3:16 min)
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6. An overview of climate science including the basics, forest and climate, and impact.
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7. This is a unique perspective from a national geographic photographer about the human impact on animals and the ocean.
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8. Learn what you can do to fight climate change.
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9. Global Warming FAQ’s ‘The most frequently asked questions about climate change and how it is impacting the earth.
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10.World Wildlife Federation website. Facts about the Earth and descriptions of many important topics (biodiversity, water supply, habitats, farming, how you can help, etc) from the Ecosystem unit in Science 10. It has some fun “Top 10” lists as well to browse. Fun and easy to use!
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11. Sustainability
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12. This section of the Sierra Club website provides access to basic information about how biodiversity is being protected within the forests, oceans, and wildlife of Canada.
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14.This is a searchable database of Canadian species at risk that can be narrowed down to find Saskatchewan species. Mammals, birds, insects, and plants are listed. Each description contains a map and background information with links to further information.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
Guiding Questions
Listed below are a few questions to keep in mind as you explore the web links on this page. You may also use this printer-friendly version.
1. How do human actions impact ecosystems?
2. Identify social issues related to sustainability, taking into account human and environmental needs.
3. What actions would demonstrate a sense of personal and shared responsibility for maintaining a sustainable environment?
4. Explain changes in the scientific worldview (paradigm shift) of sustainability and human's responsibility to protect ecosystems. Have we seen a change in people’s world views in the last decade?
5. What is your personal worldview of human's relationship with the environment? And how do individual and group wants and needs influence the sustainability of our planet?
Online Research
