Lesson Overview Important legislation surrounding oil spill prevention and restoration and energy development and conservation must go through a rigorous process. Objectives Students will understand the legislative process. Students will participate in a senate simulation. Students will experience the give and take, the party alliances, and the stress and preparations involved in passing legislation. Grade … Read more
*Popular lesson! Lesson Overview 5th-12th grade students explore the complex impact of an oil spill disaster on the local people and community. (2-4 class periods) Objectives Students will gain a better understanding of the environmental, economic, psychological, political, and historical impacts of the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill. Students will consider the diverse perspectives of people involved … Read more
Lesson Overview We need creative solutions to the challenge of safely transporting oil around the world. Objectives Students will form an opinion about double-hull tanker requirements. Students will understand why it is challenging to transport oil. Students will design their own tanker and develop ideas for safer transport. Grade Level:Â 3-5, 6-8 Subject: Engineering and Technology, … Read more