STANDARD 5.10 (ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES) ALL STUDENTS WILL DEVELOP AN UNDERSTANDING OF THE ENVIRONMENT AS A SYSTEM OF INTERDEPENDENT COMPONENTS AFFECTED BY HUMAN ACTIVITY AND NATURAL PHENOMENA.

 

Descriptive Statement:  Creating an awareness of the need to protect, conserve, and preserve natural resources is a goal of science education. This standard calls for students to develop knowledge of environmental issues, including management of natural resources, production and use of energy, waste management, and the interdependence of ecosystems.

 

 

Cumulative Progress Indicators

 

Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades, by the end of Grade 8, students will:

 

 A.     Natural Systems and Interactions

 1.         Investigate the impact of catastrophic events such as forest fires, floods, and hurricanes on the environment of New Jersey.

 

B.     Human Interactions and Impact

 1.         Compare and contrast practices that affect the use and management of natural resources. 

 

 

 

Link to Standard 5.10 Grade 5-6

 

Link to Standard 5.10 Grade High School

 

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