Greenwashing: Media Literacy Lesson 9-12

Created by Teacher(s): Christa Delaney|Published on: May 24, 2022

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Created by New Jersey Climate Education Hub teachers

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In this lesson, students think critically about carbon emission reduction strategies proposed by companies.

Step 1 - Inquire: Students define greenwashing and define carbon emission reduction strategies.

Step 2 - Investigate: Students evaluate a company’s sustainability plan in regards to carbon emission reductions.

Step 3 - Inspire: Students present their findings to the class. As a class, students generate a list of which companies will and will not receive support from the students in the future.

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Subjects: English Language Arts, Career Skills

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Region: North America, USA - Northeast, United States, New Jersey

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