Complex Problems and their Interdisciplinary Solutions - Infograph/Poster

Instructions

During this semester we have learned and discussed about toxic and potential toxic chemicals that can contaminate the water, the air, and/or the soil. We also discussed about the origin of these substances as well as their effects on human health and the environment. For the final activity, you need to choose up to three chemicals (elements or compounds) and research about the possible toxic chemicals structure, which are the toxic levels/concentrations in the water, air, and/or soil, and the source of contamination. Then you will think in a place (real or imaginary city, town, neighborhood) that is suffering or might be at risk of being contaminated and describe what would be the consequences to the environment and human health.

In group (up to 4 members) you will create a poster or an infograph presenting your findings, discussing your speculations about the consequences (what would be the "life" under such circumstances?), and providing a plan on what can you and your group can do to prevent or revert the situation?

Instructional Materials

Read "Chapter 3" In Silent Spring
Watch video: Betty Osceola on Environmental Issues Facing the Everglades (https://youtu.be/6yWUmWaepac)