Lesson Plan | Lesson Plan Iteratif Teachy | Midwest: Region Growth, Deforestation and its Biomes

Goal

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to introduce essential study points about the Midwest, offering a clear understanding of key aspects such as biome, ecosystem, deforestation in the savanna, agribusiness, and the wealth of the Pantanal. This prepares students for hands-on activities, allowing them to critically and actively apply their prior knowledge.

Goal Utama:

1. Understand the diversity of the biome and ecosystem in the Midwest region.

2. Analyze the key economic and environmental factors in the region, such as agribusiness and deforestation in the savanna.

3. Explore the natural richness and environmental challenges of the Pantanal.

Goal Sekunder:

1. Encourage the use of digital tools for the research and analysis of geographic data.
2. Promote discussions about the importance of sustainability in the Midwest region.

Introduction

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to introduce key study points about the Midwest, providing a clear understanding of relevant aspects such as the biome, ecosystem, deforestation in the savanna, agribusiness, and the wealth of the Pantanal. This prepares students for practical activities, allowing them to apply their prior knowledge critically and actively.

Warming Up

Begin the class with a brief overview of the topic. Explain that the Midwest region of Canada is rich in biodiversity, featuring important biomes such as the Savanna and the Pantanal. Mention the challenges faced by the region, including deforestation and the impact of agribusiness. Ask students to use their phones to find an interesting fact about growth, deforestation, or natural wealth in the Midwest and share their findings with the class.

Initial Thoughts

1. What are the main biomes found in the Midwest region?

2. How does agribusiness impact the environment in the Midwest?

3. What are the most valuable natural resources of the Pantanal?

4. What are the main causes and effects of deforestation in the savanna?

5. How do local communities interact with environmental changes in the region?

Development

Duration: 70 - 85 minutes

The aim of this stage is to provide students with a hands-on and engaging experience, allowing them to collaboratively apply their prior knowledge about the Midwest, biomes, deforestation, and agribusiness using digital tools. Through creative and contextual activities, it seeks to develop critical thinking, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities, connecting learning to the contemporary and digital realities that students encounter.

Activity Suggestions

Activity Recommendations

Activity 1 - 🌳 Environmental Influencer Challenge 🌳

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Goal: Cultivate students' ability to effectively and creatively communicate about environmental topics using digital tools and social media.

- Deskripsi Activity: Students will act as digital influencers tasked with raising awareness among their followers about deforestation in the savanna and its consequences. Using fictional social media platforms, they should create a campaign including posts, stories, and short videos.

- Instructions:

• Form groups of up to 5 students.

• Each group should choose a fictional social media platform (e.g., InstaSavanna, EcoTweet).

• Develop a campaign to raise awareness including: 2 posts with powerful images and texts; 3 stories explaining the main causes and effects of deforestation; 1 short video (up to 2 minutes) discussing potential solutions and the importance of environmental preservation.

• Utilize image and video editing apps to create content for presentation at the end of class.

• Each group will have 5 minutes to share their campaign with the class.

Activity 2 - 🕵️‍♂️ Pantanal Mission: Investigation Game 🕵️‍♀️

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Goal: Promote academic research, critical thinking, and collaborative problem-solving using digital resources.

- Deskripsi Activity: Students will take part in an investigative game where they must solve mysteries related to the Pantanal. Using online tools, they will follow clues to unveil information about biodiversity and the challenges faced by the biome.

- Instructions:

• Form groups of up to 5 students.

• Each group will receive a series of puzzles and clues to solve using the internet. For example: 'Identify which bird species is most endangered in the Pantanal and the reasons for its endangerment.'

• Use credible websites, databases, and scientific articles to find accurate answers.

• Create a digital report (could be a Google document or a presentation) with the answers discovered and the sources referenced.

• At the end, each group will have 5 minutes to present their discoveries and methods used to solve the puzzles.

Activity 3 - 🎮 Gamification: Agribusiness Challenge 🎮

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Goal: Encourage active and engaging learning about agribusiness and its environmental implications through a playful and collaborative approach.

- Deskripsi Activity: Students will engage in a gamified experience where they face challenges related to agribusiness in the Midwest. They must make strategic decisions to balance economic development and environmental sustainability.

- Instructions:

• Form groups of up to 5 students.

• Each group will access an online gamification platform (suggested: Kahoot! or a similar custom tool).

• Students will tackle a series of questions and challenges related to agribusiness and its effect on the environment in the Midwest.

• They should discuss in groups prior to each decision, seeking to balance economic advancement with environmental care.

• At the conclusion of the game, each group should briefly discuss (up to 5 minutes) the strategies they used and reflect on the outcomes.

Feedback

Duration: 20 - 25 minutes

This stage aims to promote collective reflection on the activities undertaken, allowing students to share their findings and conclusions while offering a chance for constructive feedback. This not only strengthens the understanding of the content but also encourages social skills and the ability to collaborate respectfully.

Group Discussion

🗣️ Group Discussion: Encourage a group discussion where all students share their learnings from the activities and their conclusions. Here's a brief script for the teacher to introduce this discussion:

Begin by thanking students for their work in the activities. Ask each group to share, in up to 5 minutes, the main takeaways and conclusions they reached. Encourage the class to ask questions to the presenting groups to stimulate constructive dialogue. Foster a collective reflection on how the practical activities enhanced their understanding of the topics addressed.

Reflections

1. 📚 Reflection Questions: To guide the discussion, propose a couple of questions to gauge students' comprehension through reflection:

What was the most eye-opening discovery you made about the Midwest region? How did the activities shift or reinforce your view on the impact of agribusiness and deforestation in the region? Which solutions suggested during the activities do you believe would be most effective in safeguarding the Midwest's biomes?

Feedback 360º

🔄 360° Feedback: Instruct the teacher to conduct a 360° feedback session where each student receives feedback from their peers about the activity. Assist the teacher in guiding the class to ensure that feedback is constructive and respectful:

Discuss the importance of providing and receiving feedback graciously. Distribute a digital or physical form for each student to submit anonymous feedback about their classmates. Encourage students to emphasize positive aspects and give specific suggestions for improvement. Allow time for students to read the feedback they have received and reflect on it.

Conclusion

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

🔍 Purpose: This stage seeks to solidify the learning from the class, link the studied topics to contemporary reality, and emphasize the practical significance of the knowledge acquired. It also offers a moment to contemplate how the discussed themes affect students' lives and the world they inhabit.

Summary

🌎 Summary: Think of the Midwest as a vast ecological amusement park 🌳🎢, where biomes like the Savanna and the Pantanal are the main attractions. 🚀 We explored the effects of agribusiness roller coasters that bring both wealth and environmental challenges. 🌽🌾 We examined the rapid growth of the region and the ramifications of deforestation, similar to a domino effect from a precarious game. 🚜🔥 However, we also uncovered the beauty and crucial importance of environmental preservation. 🦜🐆

World

🔗 In the World: This topic directly relates to global realities 🌍. Economic growth and agriculture are essential for the global food supply, yet their environmental impacts must be managed thoughtfully. The issues discussed are trending on social media and in the news, reflecting a growing interest in sustainable solutions. 💻🌿

Applications

🚀 Applications: Understanding the dynamics of the Midwest helps realize the connection between economy and environment. In day-to-day life, this translates to more mindful consumption practices, backing for sustainability policies, and a critical perspective on the impact of our choices on the environment. 🌱💸