Ecosystem Planning and Sustainability Lab

How do we develop land while preserving its natural ecosystems? The Ecosystem Planning and Sustainability Activity immerses students in the complexities of land-use planning, challenging them to answer the essential question:
“What considerations are imperative when planning on a piece of undeveloped land?”

Why Educators Love This Resource:

✅ Real-World Problem Solving – Students step into the role of land-use planners, tasked with designing a sustainable community for 10,000 people while protecting biodiversity.
✅ Hands-On & Interactive – Through map-based planning, students analyze terrain, allocate resources, and make tough decisions about land use.
✅ Critical Thinking & Collaboration – Encourages deep discussions on habitat preservation, minimizing ecological impact, and balancing human needs with environmental conservation.
✅ STEM & Sustainability Connections – Perfect for reinforcing concepts in environmental science, ecology, and urban planning.

What’s Inside?

• Lesson Plan – Structured guidance for seamless implementation.
• Student Lab – Hands-on activity where students design a sustainable development plan.
• Instructor Answer Key – Helps facilitate discussions and assess student understanding.
• Teacher Tips – Differentiation strategies, extension ideas, and implementation suggestions to support all learners and enrich classroom experiences.

Empower students to think like real-world environmental planners as they tackle the challenges of sustainable development!

Save 10% on this resource in the Land Usage, Environmental Economics and Policy Complete Unit Bundle!

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