1. Objective (READ)SWBAT identify arguments for or against rainforest destruction.

2. Question of the Day. (TURN OBJECTIVE INTO A QUESTION)3. Warm-up (ANSWER)

1. Draw or write a real-life example of deforestation.

2. Why is deforestation so appealing to many Brazilians?

Latin America Warm-upsWhy is the Amazon Rainforest disappearing?1. Vertical Climate zones are different types of climate zones at elevation increases in the Andes mountains. 2. Tierra Helada is the only zone cold enough for Llamas.

Table of Contents1. Go to your Deforestation page

Deforestation in the Amazon Rainforest

1. Intro- The Amazon rainforest in Brazil is disappearing.

2. Deforestation the cutting down and clearing of trees and forests.

3. Why?- Groups are cutting down the rainforest for economic reasons.

4. Effects - H- Brazils GDP has increased - They have a trade surplus they are exporting goods from the rainforest.

3. Why?- Groups are cutting down the rainforest for economic reasons.

4. Effects - L- Brazils GDP (economy) has increased

4. More Effects- Native groups are threatened

4. More Effects- Climate change increases because of rainforest destruction

Logging Clip1) Why are people illegally logging?

2) Describe the living conditions in rural Brazil.

Rainforest ProjectYou will be assigned to a group and provided with introductory research.

Your group must create a presentation that will be given to a panel including me and student judges.

The panel will decide the answer to the key question: Will Brazil conserve or economically develop the rainforest?

Product RequirementsEach product must have:

1. Slide 1: Title your groups profession and students names

2. Slide 2: Key Question Does your group want to preserve the rainforest (save it) or economically develop the rainforest (cut it down)?

3. Slides 3-5: Reasons- At least 3 reasons that support your position (the more the better)- Explanation for each reason- Pictures include a picture on each slide to show your groups position

Product RequirementsEach product must have:

1. Slide 1: Title your groups profession and students names

2. Slide 2: Key Question Does your group want to preserve the rainforest (save it) or economically develop the rainforest (cut it down)?

3. Slides 3-5: Reasons- At least 3 reasons that support your position (the more the better)- Explanation for each reason- Pictures include a picture on each slide to show your groups position

Additional Research - HDirections: Access the powerpoint on our wiki 4th six weeks page.

Check out the articles

Identify at least 2 more arguments that support your position based on the additional research.

Cite the document that you used for your additional arguments.

Add them as an additional slide.

JudgesToday the El Presidente will be selecting judges

Judges get to: 1) Work with the El Presidente during the presentations2) Dont have to present and get a free 100 on that portion of the project3) Get special political power for the rest of the week

To be a judge: 1) Follow group procedures2) Help other students in your group

Roles: 1. General makes sure the group follows group procedures

2. Materials Specialist accesses the computer/materials

3. Recorder uses computer skills to develop a good power point presentation.

Activity GROUPS

KEY- Kids that are bold = the groups location, go to this student. Directions: 1) Go to your group2) Desk Olympics3) Select a General

KEY- Kids that are bold = the groups location, go to this student. Directions: 1) Go to your group2) Desk Olympics3) Select a General

KEY- BOLD = the groups location, go to this student. Directions: 1) Go to your group2) Desk Olympics3) Select a General

KEY- BOLD = the groups location, go to this student. Directions: 1) Go to your group2) Desk Olympics3) Select a General

KEY- #. BOLD = the groups location, go to this student. Directions: 1) Go to your group2) Desk Olympics3) Select a General

KEY- #. BOLD = the groups location, go to this student. Directions: 1) Go to your group2) Desk Olympics3) Select a General

Assign Roles: 1. General

***Once you have done desk olympics and assigned roles raise a hand and I will let you pick your topic***

Assign Roles: 1. General***Once you have done desk olympics and assigned roles raise a hand and I will let you pick your topic***

Assign Roles: 1. General2. Laptop Expert3. Timekeeper4. Rough Draft Expert***Once you have done desk olympics and assigned roles raise a hand and I will let you pick your topic***

Rubric1. Power point 40 pointsAccuracy = 30 (get yours approved) all facts are accurate, everything required is there

Appearance = 10 Picture represents most important reasons, uses color appropriately, spelling/grammar is good

2. Presentation 30 pointsAccuracy 10 all facts are accurate, able to respond to questions correctly and effectively

Delivery 10 loud enough, persuasive for judges, does not use slang/poor grammar

Participation 10 everyone is involved and has a role in the presentation

3. Audience Participation 30 points- Accuracy and completion 30

Additional ResearchBBC Article

University of Michigan Article

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Rainforest UsesClip Questions: 1) Create a list of items or products that originate in the rainforest.

2) Explain what a rubber tapper does.

Possible Solutions:1. Ecotourism allowing people to tour the rainforest while preserving the region

2. Debt for Nature Swap - when an organization agrees to pay money that a government owes to others, IF that government agrees to protect parts of the rain forest.

To Do List Friday 1-231. Laptops 2 per groupGo to our site click 4th marking period open the powerpoint called Deforestation in the Amazon

2. Begin researching. Access the additional research slide in the powerpoint.

3. Rough Draft Work together and create a rough draft of your poster or powerpoint presentation

4. Approval - Get your rough drafts approved.

Day 2 Additional Research http://abcnews.go.com/Technology/wireStory?id=5910892

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/4561189.stm#

http://abclocal.go.com/wls/story?section=news/bizarre&id=6175023