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Learning Outcomes
By the end of this activity, learners will:
Identify different types of plastics, their chemical compositions and recyclability
Develop an awareness of their plastic consumption lifestyle and how much plastic waste can be attributed to their current lifestyle
Understand how behaviour change can create a positive impact on reducing plastic waste in our communities and around the world
Curriculum Connections
Alberta Chemistry 20, 30 and Biology 20, 30
STS outcome (science, technology and society): explain how science and technology have both intended and unintended consequences for humans and the environment
C1. The Sustainability of Resources: analyse impacts of resource policy, resource management, and consumer choices on resource sustainability in Canada
Length of Activity
45 - 60 minutes of class instruction
15 - 20 minutes of a weekly student assignment over the course of semester
Materials List
Internet-enabled device
Topic backgrounder
Eco 360 notebook (we recommend asking learners to maintain a notebook for this program to write down reflections as they go through the program)
