ENVS.SCI.11.C

Research the advantages and disadvantages of "going green" such as organic gardening and farming, natural methods of pest control, hydroponics, xeriscaping, energy-efficient homes and appliances, and hybrid cars.

Environmental Systems · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022

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Vocabulary
advantagesdisadvantagesgoing greenorganic gardeningorganic farmingnatural methods of pest controlhydroponicsxeriscapingenergy-efficient homesenergy-efficient applianceshybrid cars
Skills
  • research (advantages of green practices) #dok2
  • research (disadvantages of green practices) #dok2
  • compare (conventional and green solutions) #dok3
  • synthesize (information about various green methods) #dok3
  • evaluate (effectiveness and feasibility of going green methods) #dok3
Learning Targets
  • I can identify different practices considered as 'going green', such as organic gardening and energy-efficient appliances. #dok1
  • I can list examples of green technologies like hydroponics and hybrid cars. #dok1
  • I can describe the concept of xeriscaping and its environmental purpose. #dok1
  • I can use research skills to gather information about the advantages of going green methods. #dok2
  • I can use research skills to find out the disadvantages of specific green practices. #dok2
  • I can interpret data or case studies regarding the impact of green solutions. #dok2
  • I can compare the advantages and disadvantages of different green solutions such as organic farming and hybrid cars. #dok3
  • I can synthesize information from multiple sources to draw conclusions about the sustainability of green practices. #dok3
  • I can evaluate the effectiveness and practicality of 'going green' options in a real-world context. #dok3
Big Ideas
  • Human choices around 'going green' can have both positive and negative impacts on the environment and society.
  • A critical evaluation of green practices is necessary to make informed, sustainable decisions.
Essential Questions
  • What does it mean to 'go green' in environmental science?
  • What are the potential advantages and disadvantages of practices such as organic farming or using hybrid cars?
  • How do different green practices compare in terms of environmental impact, cost, and practicality?
  • In what ways might going green affect your local community and the environment as a whole?
  • How can individuals critically evaluate the usefulness of various green solutions?