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Citizen science lesson plan
- 7-11s
- Biodiversity
Discover the limitations of single observations and the benefits of citizen science with this lesson plan.
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Waste Scientists lesson plan 11-14s
Use recyclable and reusable materials to carry out a scientific investigation. There are four ideas provided for inspiration: from exploring air resistance to building a solar water heater, the possibilities are endless! This activity should be run over two sessions if you intend to complete the whole lesson plan.
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Curriculum links
England
Science
Biology: Interactions and interdependencies
Relationships in an ecosystem
- how organisms affect, and are affected by, their environment, including the accumulation of toxic materials. (Other links to the science curriculum will depend on the topic you choose to support.)
Scotland
Sciences
Students can consider waste and recycling as a topical scientific issue. (Other links to the science curriculum will depend on the topic you choose to support.)
Social Studies
Students can identify the possible consequences of an environmental issue and make informed suggestions about ways to manage the impact.
Wales
Science
Students can study how human activity affects the global environment and the importance of sustainability. Other links to the science curriculum will depend on the topic you choose to support.)
PSE
Students can participate in school and the wider community; understand their responsibilities as young citizens in Wales; explore a topical local and global issue; and develop a sense of personal responsibility towards local and global issues.
Northern Ireland
Science
Students should investigate the efficient use of resources and waste minimisation, to improve and protect the environment. (Other links to the science curriculum will depend on the topic you choose to support.)
Learning for life and work
Students can explore recycling and waste minimisation through local and global citizenship and as an aspect of personal development; and actively participate in their school and local community.