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This is a lesson plan which focuses on the complexities of resource management and the associated decision-making. Students are asked to discuss how a number of apples should be used by the class. Various options are discussed, a consensus is attempted, and students reflect on the dynamics of the decision-making process.
Educational value statement- Provides information for teachers, such as lesson outcomes and requirement list.
- Includes a detailed sequence of activities and discussion items for the lesson.
- Provides a tangible example of the issues that arise in managing a limited resource in a community with diverse views.
Key learning objectives- Students understand that the Earth’s resources can be used in a variety of ways.
- Students explain the importance of consensus in decisions regarding the management of resources
- Students describe factors that can impede and facilitate decision-making.
Strands- Science Understanding: Earth and space sciences
- Geographical knowledge and understanding: Environment
Australian Curriculum content statements (explicit) Science:
ACSSU032 Australian Curriculum content statements (implicit or able to be connected) Science:
ACSSU116;
ACSHE035;
ACSHE051;
ACSHE062;
ACSHE217;
ACSHE220;
ACSHE120;
ACSHE121;
ACSIS091;
ACSIS108
