Can Food Save the World?
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Provided by: Ecosia|Published on: April 27, 2021
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Synopsis
- This Ecosia video about regenerative farming introduces the viewer to the benefits of more traditional farming practices for people and the planet and discusses the downsides of extractive farming practices.
- Students will learn about the role of agriculture and land ownership in environmental justice and the solution to this problem.
Subjects: Biology, Earth and Space Sciences
Authors: Ecosia
Region: Global
Languages: English
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Positives
- The video integrates justice, sustainability, and fighting climate change.
- Students will hear many voices on this topic, including those from women and BIPOC communities.
Prerequisites
- There may be an ad before the video.
Differentiation & Implementation
- Social studies and history classes can use this resource when discussing Indigenous cultures, historical farming practices, and developing resilient and self-sustaining communities.
- Science classes can use this video for lessons about nutrient cycling, the carbon cycle, microbiology, and photosynthesis.
- Other resources on this topic include this lesson and this interactive resource.
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About the Partner Provider
Ecosia
Ecosia is the search engine that plants trees with its ads revenue. They have a YouTube Channel that has educational content as well to further their mission: to regenerate degraded landscapes, support rural communities and establish climate justice, one tree at a time.
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