This unit is based on Tim Flannery's internationally acclaimed publication 'We Are the Weather Makers'. It presents climate science in a way that students and teachers can easily understand. Students learn the implications of global climate change but feel empowered to take action and do something about it. The activities are aligned with the 'We A... Read more »
Tuning in
A tuning in activity helps students to define and focus on the issues they will be dealing with in the unit of work.
Finding Out
Students will need to obtain more information about the issues they are going to investigate. They can identify questions of interest and research these either in small groups or on their own. Once information is gathered, it can be shared using chosen communication methods e.g. short presentations. Students can continue finding out by completing a range of investigations, including gathering data. They use appropriate methods to present and communicate what they have found out.
Weather Makers – Extreme weather
Weather Makers – Is the ozone layer a good news story?
Weather Makers – Looking into the future
Weather Makers – Can you trust the Internet?
Weather Makers – For or against nuclear power?
Weather Makers – Sink or swim?
Weather Makers – Water vapour and CO2
Weather Makers – Understanding ocean acidification
Weather Makers – Oceans and sinks
Weather Makers – Understanding greenhouse gases
Weather Makers – The role of plants in managing CO2
Weather Makers – Water worries
Considering Social Action
Students are given opportunities to apply their learning in real world situations, in the classroom, school, home or the local community.
