Deforestration
Deforestation leads to climate change and habitat loss, so we need to protect and restore forests.
Lines of Inquiry
Understanding the causes and effects of deforestation.
Exploring the role of forests in maintaining biodiversity and climate balance.
Evaluating solutions for deforestation: tree planting vs. stricter logging laws.
Key Concepts
Causation
Responsibility
Connection
Related Concepts
Global Interaction
Why it’s relevant: Deforestation is a global issue with local and international consequences. How countries interact with each other, whether through trade agreements, environmental policies, or collaborative efforts, plays a key role in addressing the problem.
Sustainability
Why it’s relevant: Sustainability is crucial when discussing how to reduce deforestation.
ATL Skills: Self-management skills, communication skills, Research Skills
IB Profile: Inquirer, Risk-taker, Communicator
Student Questions:
What is the biggest problem in the forest?
What are the primary causes of deforestation?
How does deforestation impact biodiversity ?
Why are trees important for humans and animals?
Should people stop using paper to save trees?
Is planting new trees enough to fix deforestation?