8.SCI.11.B
Use scientific evidence to describe how human activities, including the release of greenhouse gases, deforestation, and urbanization, can influence climate.
Grade 8 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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scientific evidencehuman activitiesrelease of greenhouse gasesdeforestationurbanizationclimate
Skills
- describe (how human activities influence climate) #dok2
- use (scientific evidence to support explanations) #dok3
- analyze (the impact of human activities such as greenhouse gas release, deforestation, and urbanization on climate) #dok3
- identify (different types of human activities that affect climate) #dok1
Learning Targets
- I can identify various human activities that influence climate. #dok1
- I can describe the ways human activities such as greenhouse gas release, deforestation, and urbanization influence climate. #dok2
- I can use scientific evidence to support explanations of how human activities affect climate. #dok3
- I can analyze data and evidence to draw conclusions about the impact of human actions on Earth's climate. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Human activities such as releasing greenhouse gases, deforestation, and urbanization can significantly influence Earth's climate.
- Scientific evidence is essential for understanding and explaining the impact of human actions on climate change.
Essential Questions
- How do human activities like releasing greenhouse gases, deforestation, and urbanization impact the climate?
- What scientific evidence supports the idea that human activities influence climate change?
- Why is it important to use scientific evidence when explaining the effects of human actions on climate?
- How can analyzing different types of evidence help us understand the connection between human activities and climate change?
- What steps can be taken to reduce the impact of human activities on climate?