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Explore and explain the effects of environmental policy on public health.
Your Health in the Real World · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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effectsenvironmental policypublic health
Skills
- explain (effects of environmental policy) #dok2
- explore (connections between environmental policy and public health) #dok2
- analyze (impacts of different environmental policies) #dok3
- interpret (real-world examples of environmental policy influencing public health outcomes) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify what environmental policy means and give examples. #dok1
- I can explain how environmental policy can impact public health. #dok2
- I can describe specific ways that environmental policy can benefit or harm public health. #dok2
- I can analyze real-world examples of environmental policy affecting public health outcomes. #dok3
- I can evaluate the effectiveness of specific environmental policies in improving public health. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Environmental policy directly influences public health outcomes in communities.
- Understanding the connection between environmental decisions and public health can empower communities to advocate for healthier environments.
Essential Questions
- How do environmental policies affect public health outcomes in different communities?
- What role do governments and organizations play in shaping environmental policy for public health?
- How can changes to environmental policy improve or harm community health?
- What are some examples of environmental policies that have had significant effects on public health?
- How can individuals advocate for environmental policies that support public health?