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Who owns the apples?
| Year Level(s) | Years K-2 Years 3-6 Years 7-10 |
| Subject Area(s) | Science General Science Earth & Environmental Science |
| Topic(s) | Environment Mining EnviroSmart |
| Resource Type | Fact Sheet |
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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
Science: ACSSU032 (2); ACSSU116 (7); ACSSU035 (2); ACSHE051 (3); ACSHE062 (4); ACSHE120 (7); ACSHE121 (7)
Who owns the apples
