5.SS.8.B
Analyze the positive and negative consequences of human modification of the environment in the United States.
Grade 5 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010
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Skills
- analyze (positive and negative consequences of human modification of the environment in the United States) #dok3
- distinguish (between positive and negative outcomes of environmental modifications) #dok2
- identify (examples of human modification of the environment in the United States) #dok1
- explain (how human actions impact the environment) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can identify examples of how humans have modified the environment in the United States. #dok1
- I can describe changes made to the environment by humans. #dok1
- I can distinguish between positive and negative results of modifying the environment. #dok2
- I can explain how human modifications have affected the environment in different ways. #dok2
- I can analyze both the positive and negative consequences of human modification of the environment in the United States. #dok3
- I can evaluate human actions by considering their environmental impacts. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Human activities have both positive and negative effects on the environment of the United States.
- Understanding the consequences of environmental modifications helps us make better decisions about how we interact with our surroundings.
Essential Questions
- What are different ways humans have modified the environment in the United States?
- Why do people change or modify their surroundings, and what are the results?
- What are the positive and negative consequences of human modification of the environment?
- How can analyzing the effects of human actions help guide future decisions about the environment?
- In what ways can we balance human needs with environmental protection?