State of New Jersey Department of Education

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Outcomes Derived from CPIs and Objectives
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5.1.5 Recognize that most systems are components of larger systems and that the output of one component can become the input to other components.
Show the interdependence of "their"problem to at least two other environment issues. Poster with clear diagram indicating interconnection of the "problem" with one or more systems.
5.1.8 Explain how feedback can be used to control the behavior of a system.
Diagram how the reduction or increase of the substance or concept related to "their" problem can change another aspect of the system. Poster diagram indicates feedback cycle.
5.2.10 Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of claims, arguments, and data.
Use research data references to support the argument of change within the system, and for feedback if there are increases or decreases.

1. Poster diagram.
2. Handout with references with related summary of data.
3. Speech with references to data.

5.12.9 Use scientific, economic, and other data to assess environmental risks and benefits associated with human activity.
Use research data references to support the argument for impact on human activity. 1. Poster diagram.
2. Handout with references with related summary of impact on human activities.
3. Speech with references to data for impact on human activities.
5.12.10 Apply the concept of ecosystems to understand and solve problems regarding environmental issues.
Use research of systems to apply a solution to the problem. Speech: relating solution in the larger context of ecosystems.
3.3.4 Write for a variety of purposes, such as to persuade, enjoy, entertain, learn, inform, record, respond to reading, and solve problems.
Create a persuasive poster that both explains the problem and provides the solution. A handout will give the research references in proper format. 1. Poster design and color.
2. Persuasive speech.
3.3.15 Understand that written communication can affect the behavior of others.
Give a two minute speech persuading the class of their solution to the problem. Persuasive speech.
3.3.17 Cite sources of information.
Provide a handout with research references in proper format. Handout with references.