How to meet the needs of people around the globe—a question many ask. The fifth in a six-part series about human population and its effects on the globe, the eye-opening lesson plan includes discussion, a homework activity, and an in-class activity. All of these different exercises lead to a better understanding of the varying needs around the world. 

Concepts

cause and effect, human population, global population, human needs, human geography, world geography, local agriculture, civil society

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Assign a longer presentation time for groups and ensure each individual gets to speak
• Create a reflection activity for learners to fill out after each presentation

Classroom Considerations

• Suggests visiting two websites, but the resource does not make it mandatory

Pros

• Builds public speaking skills
• Encourages critical and creative thinking while engaging in debate

Cons

• None

Common Core

RH.9-10.2 RH.9-10.3 RH.9-10.4 RH.11-12.2 RH.11-12.3 RH.11-12.4