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Glacial Guardians: Protecting Glaciers Campaign
Grade 7Geography6 days
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4.0 (1 rating)GlaciersClimate ChangeSea Level RiseCampaign DesignEnvironmental EducationCollaborative LearningPersuasive Communication
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Inquiry Framework
Question Framework
Driving Question
The overarching question that guides the entire project.How can we, as Glacial Guardians, design an impactful campaign to educate and motivate our community to protect glaciers from threats such as climate change and sea level rise?Essential Questions
Supporting questions that break down major concepts.- What are glaciers and why are they important?
- What are the key threats currently facing glaciers?
- How does climate change impact glaciers and what are the potential consequences for our planet?
- What is sea level rise and how does it relate to glaciers?
- How can we effectively communicate the importance of protecting glaciers to the public?
- What strategies can be employed to protect glaciers and mitigate their threats?
- How do human activities contribute to the threats facing glaciers?
- What role do glaciers play in the global ecosystem?
Standards & Learning Goals
Learning Goals
By the end of this project, students will be able to:- Students will be able to identify and explain the significance of glaciers and the critical role they play in the global ecosystem.
- Students will develop an understanding of the key terminology related to glaciated landscapes.
- Students will analyze the threats glaciers face from climate change, sea level rise, and human activity.
- Students will create an engaging and informative campaign to educate others about the threats to glaciers.
- Students will apply scientific principles to propose strategies for monitoring and mitigating the impact of human activities on glaciers.
- Students will work collaboratively to design, develop, and present a public campaign that effectively communicates the importance of protecting glaciers.
Custom Geography Standards
GL.01
Primary
Understand key terminology related to glaciated landscapes.Reason: The project requires students to familiarize themselves with glacier-related terminology to effectively communicate and campaign for their protection.
GL.02
Primary
Understand the threats facing glaciers such as sea level rise and climate change.Reason: This standard directly ties into the project's focus on educating about and campaigning against threats to glaciers.
Next Generation Science Standards
NGSS.ESS3-5
Secondary
Examine how human activities have altered the biosphere, sometimes affecting the environment adversely or for the worse.Reason: This standard helps students explore human impacts on glaciers and the global climate system.
NGSS.ESS3-3
Secondary
Apply scientific principles to design a method for monitoring and minimizing human impact on the environment.Reason: The project involves designing campaigns for environmental protection, aligning with this standard.
Common Core Standards
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.7.1
Supporting
Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.Reason: Students will need to create persuasive campaigns, which involves argument writing.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.7.1
Supporting
Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions, expressing own ideas clearly and building on others' ideas.Reason: The project involves teamwork and collaboration to design campaigns, aligning with this standard.
Entry Events
Events that will be used to introduce the project to studentsMessage from the Melting Ice
A mysterious message in a bottle is discovered, supposedly written by a 'last glacier,' begging for help. This compelling narrative draws students into the emotional and ethical implications of glacier conservation, inspiring them to answer the call through educational campaigns.The Glacier Time Machine
A guest scientist introduces students to a 'time machine' in the form of core ice samples that tell stories of Earth's climatic past. This engaging glimpse into history sets the stage for students to explore the evolution and degradation of glaciers, prompting them to consider what actions can preserve them for future generations.📚
Portfolio Activities
Portfolio Activities
These activities progressively build towards your learning goals, with each submission contributing to the student's final portfolio.Activity 1
Glacier Vocabulary Enrichment
Students will immerse themselves in glacier-related terminology, grasping both commonly known and specialized terms pertinent to glaciated landscapes. This foundational vocabulary will empower students to effectively communicate throughout their campaigns.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.1. Introduce the key glacier-related terms via a multimedia presentation. Include images, maps, and videos.
2. Students work individually or in pairs to research definitions and usage examples for each term.
3. Create a comprehensive vocabulary list, along with visuals, in student journals.
4. Conduct a class discussion to practice using the new terms in sentences.
Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA student-curated illustrated glacier vocabulary journal.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAligns with GL.01 - Understanding key terminology related to glaciated landscapes.Activity 2
Glacial Impact Case Studies
Students will examine and present case studies of communities affected by glacial changes, particularly those impacted by climate change. This awareness will bridge the connection between global glacier health and local implications.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.1. Select a set of diverse global case studies that showcase communities impacted by glacial change.
2. Students independently research details and consequences for their chosen community.
3. Create a presentation or a visual report outlining the community’s interaction with glacial change and its effects.
4. Present case study findings to the class with a focus on human impacts.
Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityIndividual or pair-created presentations on community impacts due to glacial changes.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAligns with NGSS.ESS3-5 - Human impact exploration and understanding global climate system shifts.Activity 3
Campaign Design Challenge
Students will synthesize their learning by designing a public campaign aimed at glacier conservation. This activity emphasizes creativity, application of knowledge, and persuasion skills.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.1. Review previous activities and identify core messages and terminology for the campaign.
2. Work in teams to brainstorm creative campaign strategies, including posters, social media posts, and educational events.
3. Each team crafts a comprehensive campaign proposal, detailing proposed activities and intended audiences.
4. Present campaign proposals to the class for peer review and feedback.
Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityTeam-developed proposals for public campaigns focused on glacier protection.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAligns with NGSS.ESS3-3 - Applying scientific principles to design environmental monitoring methods.Activity 4
Argument Writing Workshop
In preparation for their campaign presentations, students will focus on enhancing their argument writing skills to support their claims about glacier protection.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.1. Lead an instructional session on structure and elements of persuasive writing.
2. Students choose one aspect of glacier conservation to focus their argument writing on.
3. Draft structured arguments incorporating clear claims, solid reasons, and reliable evidence.
4. Peer review and revise drafts based on feedback, focusing on clarity and persuasive power.
Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityIndividually written argument pieces supporting glacier protection claims.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAligns with CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.7.1 - Crafting arguments with clear reasons and relevant evidence.Activity 5
Collaborative Campaign Presentation
This final activity allows students to present their completed campaigns to a broader audience, showcasing their collective research, creativity, and persuasive efforts.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.1. Finalize all campaign materials, ensuring that they are ready for presentation.
2. Organize a class event where each team presents their campaign, including visual aids and demonstrations.
3. Invite community members or younger student groups to engage with the presentations.
4. Gather feedback and reflections from audience members to assess the campaign's reach and effectiveness.
Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA live event showcasing student-led campaigns, inclusive of interactive and visual elements.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAligns with CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.7.1 - Engaging in collaborative discussions and presentations.🏆
Rubric & Reflection
Portfolio Rubric
Grading criteria for assessing the overall project portfolioGlacial Guardians: Campaign Design Assessment Rubric
Category 1
Understanding of Glacial Terminology
Assesses students' grasp of key terminology related to glaciated landscapes and their ability to apply this knowledge within their campaign projects.Criterion 1
Terminology Usage
Measures student ability to correctly use and integrate glacier-related terminology in their projects.
Exemplary
4 PointsConsistently uses advanced glacier-related terminology accurately and strategically throughout the campaign materials.
Proficient
3 PointsUses a wide range of glacier-related terms accurately in most parts of the campaign materials.
Developing
2 PointsUses some glacier-related terminology with partial accuracy in the campaign materials.
Beginning
1 PointsStruggles to use glacier-related terms accurately, with frequent errors and omissions.
Criterion 2
Depth of Research
Evaluates the breadth and depth of research conducted on glacial impacts and human interaction with glaciers.
Exemplary
4 PointsIntegrates extensive and nuanced research about glacier impacts and human roles, providing in-depth analysis.
Proficient
3 PointsIncorporates well-researched information about glacier impacts, offering clear insights into human roles and consequences.
Developing
2 PointsPresents some research on glacier impacts, but analysis is superficial or lacks depth.
Beginning
1 PointsDisplays minimal research effort with inaccurate or incomplete understanding of glacier impacts.
Category 2
Creative Campaign Design
Evaluates the creativity and strategic planning involved in developing campaign materials to engage and educate the community.Criterion 1
Innovation and Creativity
Assesses how original and engaging the campaign design is, considering creative expression and innovative approaches.
Exemplary
4 PointsExhibits highly original and compelling campaign designs with innovative strategies that captivate the audience.
Proficient
3 PointsPresents creative and well-thought-out campaign designs with engaging strategies for audience interaction.
Developing
2 PointsCampaign designs show some creativity but lack uniqueness and audience engagement strategies.
Beginning
1 PointsCampaign designs are unoriginal and fail to engage the audience, lacking creativity.
Category 3
Collaboration and Communication
Assesses teamwork, collaboration, and the ability to communicate ideas clearly and persuasively in both written and oral forms.Criterion 1
Collaborative Engagement
Measures the ability of students to effectively collaborate with peers and participate actively in group discussions and activities.
Exemplary
4 PointsActively leads and motivates group activities, demonstrating exceptional collaboration and communication skills.
Proficient
3 PointsParticipates productively in group activities, contributing valuable ideas and suggestions.
Developing
2 PointsEngages with the group, providing some ideas and participating in discussions with varying levels of contribution.
Beginning
1 PointsLimited participation in group activities, often needing prompting and support to engage.
Reflection Prompts
End-of-project reflection questions to get students to think about their learningQuestion 1
Reflect on what you have learned about glaciers and their importance to our planet. How has your understanding changed throughout this project?
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Question 2
On a scale of 1 to 5, how confident do you feel about your ability to educate others on the threats facing glaciers and ways to mitigate these threats?
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Question 3
Which part of the campaign design process did you find most challenging and why?
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Question 4
Select the statement that best describes your feelings towards working collaboratively on this project:
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Options
I enjoyed collaborating with my peers and found it beneficial.
I had some challenges collaborating, but learned valuable lessons.
I prefer to work independently.
Question 5
Reflect on how this project may influence your future actions or career aspirations. How do you see yourself applying what you've learned about glacial conservation in the real world?
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