Investigate the advantages and disadvantages of establishing a wind farm in a coastal community. Gather facts and opinions from local residents such as a dairy farmer, small business owner, young family and retired people. Consider issues of ecological sustainability, economic development, social responsibility, lifestyle and visual impact. Decide whether to proceed with the development. This learning object is the first in a series of two objects that progressively increase in difficulty.
Objective
1. Students identify the advantages and disadvantages of establishing a wind farm in a coastal community.
2. Students balance issues of ecological sustainability, economic development, social responsibility, aesthetics and lifestyle implications in determining a preferred course of action.
Curriculum Information
Education Type
K to 12
Grade Level
Grade 7, Grade 10
Learning Area
Science, Araling Panlipunan
Content/Topic
Earth and Space
Kahalagahan ng Pagaaral ng mga Kontemporaryong Isyu
Intended Users
Learners, Students
Competencies
Copyright Information
Copyright
Yes
Copyright Owner
Education Services Australia
Conditions of Use
Use, Copy
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