ESS.SCI.13.B

Explore global and Texas-based careers that involve the exploration, extraction, production, use, disposal, regulation, and protection of Earth's resources.

Earth Systems Science · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022

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Vocabulary
careersTexas-based careersglobal careersexplorationextractionproductionusedisposalregulationprotectionEarth's resources
Skills
  • explore (global and Texas-based careers in Earth resource-related fields) #dok2
  • identify (roles and responsibilities within careers related to Earth's resources) #dok1
  • analyze (processes involving exploration, extraction, production, use, disposal, regulation, and protection of Earth's resources) #dok2
  • compare (different career paths in the management of Earth’s resources) #dok2
  • summarize (the impact of career choices on Earth's resource management) #dok2
Learning Targets
  • I can identify various careers related to Earth's resources. #dok1
  • I can list different processes involved in the management of Earth's resources. #dok1
  • I can explore global and Texas-based careers that involve the exploration, extraction, production, use, disposal, regulation, and protection of Earth's resources. #dok2
  • I can analyze the specific roles and responsibilities of professionals who manage Earth's resources. #dok2
  • I can compare the skills and education required for various careers involving Earth's resources. #dok2
Big Ideas
  • There are diverse and important careers around the world and in Texas that focus on managing Earth's resources at every stage from discovery to protection.
  • Understanding the different roles in resource management helps students connect classroom learning to real-world applications and potential career pathways.
Essential Questions
  • What types of careers are available locally and globally that focus on Earth's resources?
  • What are the steps involved in responsibly managing Earth's resources from exploration to protection?
  • How do professionals in these careers impact the sustainable use and protection of Earth's resources?
  • What skills, knowledge, or education are needed for careers focused on Earth's resources?
  • How does the management of Earth's resources differ between global and Texas contexts?