Activity Introduction
Quick summary: This tuning in activity is designed for a flipped classroom, where students learn new content by watching a video in their own time. This strategy provides the opportunity for students to build their knowledge, attitudes and values by themselves, thereby freeing up class time for hands-on work.
Following this lesson plan is an ideal way for your school to introduce Zoos Victoria’s Seal the Loop program. You’ll be joining other amazing teachers in making a difference and creating positive environmental change. Go to Zoo Education Online to find further support for you to help you develop your own Seal the Loop program.
Learning goals:
- Students explore marine debris.
- Students build their thinking and questioning skills.
Australian Curriculum content descriptions:
This lesson can be used with all relevant learning areas of the Australian Curriculum. Cool Australia’s curriculum team continually reviews and refines our resources to be in line with changes to the Australian Curriculum.
Time needed: 20 minutes.
Level of teacher scaffolding: Low – allow students to explore the topic independently.
Resources required: Internet, laptops and earphones, Student Worksheet.
Key words: Marine debris, oceans, pollution, waste, impacts.
Quick summary: Students take responsibility for their own learning by watching a video on marine debris and completing a thinking routine. Use the digital share feature to send this worksheet to your students.