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Introducing the lesson:
Present relevant background information, the purpose of
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the lesson, and the learning objectives.
Teacher/Learner Activity 1 – Paired exploration of environmental issues:
• Remind students of the following quote by the student from Sri Lanka in
chapter
The Day After Peace: “Maybe our generation won’t be there living when it
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comes to 100%. But I think the great thing is at least we’ve done something
for the next generation.” Ask students how this idea applies to our
environment. What will need protecting for the next generation?
• Divide students into pairs to complete the worksheet (Resource W), which
will serve as a starting point for their exploration of the environment,
conflict, conflict resolution, and possible outcomes.
• When students have had time to explore and complete their worksheets,
ask partners to share their ideas on some of the following questions:
• What are some links between environment and possible sources
of conflict?
• By protecting the planet, how are we protecting fellow human beings?
• What were some of your dystopian and utopian visions of the future?
• Which outcome do you think is more likely and why?
Teacher/Learner Activity 2—Making an Eco Resolution:
• Explain to students that they are to make an Eco Resolution outlining a
simple action they will take to help protect the environment. This could
be a resolution for September 21 or one that starts on September 21 and
continues for a period of time.
• Establish what is meant by a “resolution.” They can visit
www.peaceoneday.org to find the UN resolution that Jeremy created.
• Discuss with them some possible topics for the resolution (e.g., recycling,
waste reduction, energy efficiency, water, “green” products, biodiversity).
• Caution students to keep their resolutions simple and achievable. Help
students by asking them to consider the products used in school and home
(water, electricity, gas, paper, cleaning products, plastic containers, print
cartridges, etc.).
• Students should present their resolutions as imaginatively as possible.
They might consider, for example, presenting a resolution on waste by
using already-used products (paper, cans, etc.). The resolution could be
presented on a piece of scrap paper that has already been used and is
ready for recycling – this way the resolution becomes a more profound
statement, a work of art!
Reflection/Ideas to Discuss:
• Have students place their resolutions as a display on the wall or on a
central table.
• Each group should explain their display and read their commitment. This
display might become part of the school’s wider Peace Day activities.
Review the purpose of the lesson and learning objectives to determine mastery.
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