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Learners explore the relationship between energy consumption, population, and carbon emissions in the countries of the Americas. As a large group, learners analyze maps projected on a screen to collect data. Then they work in small groups or individually to analyze the data and draw conclusions. Finally, learners create a large, wall-sized Americas Mega Map to display their findings.
- 10 to 30 minutes
- 45 to 60 minutes
- $1 - $5 per group of students
- Ages 14 - 18
- Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- Americas Mega Map (assemble before activity)
- pencils
- pens
- construction paper
- markers
- scissors
- computer, flash enabled and internet access
- projector
- worksheet-Determine Energy Consumption and Carbon Emissions (1 per learner)
Subjects
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Life Sciences
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Ecology
- Populations
- Human Impact
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Ecology
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Mathematics
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Data Analysis and Probability
- Data Analysis
- Data Collection
- Data Representation
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Measurement
- Size and Scale
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Data Analysis and Probability
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The Nature of Science
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The Scientific Process
- Conducting Investigations
- Gathering Data
- Communicating Results
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The Scientific Process
Informal Categories
- Nature and Environment
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- see color
- read
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves teamwork and communication skills
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
Components that are part of this resource:
Includes alignment to state and/or national standards:
- National Council for Social Studies Curriculum Standards - Themes 3 and 7
- National Geography Standards - Standards 1 and 11
This resource is part of:
Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
- Barry, Sharon L. ; Hulse, Kim
Rights:
- All rights reserved, National Geographic Society, 2008