Social Studies (2010) Grade(s): 3

SS10.3.3

Describe ways the environment is affected by humans in Alabama and the world. (Alabama)

COS Examples

Examples: crop rotation, oil spills, landfills, clearing of forests, replacement of cleared lands, restocking of fish in waterways

Unpacked Content

Knowledge

Students know:
  • How to correctly use vocabulary associated with human influence on the environment.
  • How to differentiate ways the environment is affected by humans in Alabama and the world.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • Use vocabulary to relate the impact human activity has on the environment of Alabama and the world.

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • The environment in Alabama and the world is affected by human activity.

Vocabulary

  • restocking of fish in waterways
  • irrigation
  • aeration
  • urbanization
  • reforestation
  • migration
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