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Challenge or Opportunity
Challenge or Opportunity
Ocean Pollution
Central Idea
Central Idea
Ocean pollution harms marine life and ecosystems, and we must take action to keep our waters clean.
Lines of Inquiry
Understanding the causes and effects of ocean pollution.
Exploring how human actions contribute to ocean pollution.
Evaluating if stricter global policies are needed to stop ocean pollution.
Key Concepts
Causation
Connection:
Responsibility:
Related Concepts
Sustainability:
Understanding how the actions we take today impact the oceans in the future. You could explore the long-term effects of ocean pollution and what sustainable practices can help reduce harm to the oceans.
Globalization:
Since ocean pollution is a global issue, looking at how global trade, tourism, and industry contribute to pollution could be an interesting perspective. How do global practices influence local marine ecosystems?
Health:
This could connect to the impact of ocean pollution on human health, especially concerning seafood consumption and the effect of toxins like plastics and chemicals.
Adaptation:
How do marine species adapt to the changes in their environment caused by pollution? This concept could help explore how species might evolve in response to changing ocean conditions due to pollution.
ATL Skills: Self-management skills, communication skills, Research Skills
IB Profile: Inquirer, Risk-taker, Communicator
Student Questions:
What are the main causes of ocean pollution? (e.g., plastic waste, oil spills, chemical runoff, etc.)
How does ocean pollution affect marine life and human communities?
How do individual actions contribute to ocean pollution?
How do human activities in one part of the world affect the oceans in another?
What actions can we take to reduce or prevent ocean pollution?
What role do global organizations play in tackling this issue?
Should governments enforce stronger laws to reduce ocean pollution?
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