Activity: Waste Segregation and Landfill Discussion

Desired Outcome: I am developing confidence when engaging with others within and beyond my place of learning. I can communicate in a clear, expressive way, and I am learning to select and organize resources independently.

Level: Third Level (Scottish Curriculum)

Introduction: 1. Begin by discussing the importance of waste segregation and landfill management in the context of environmental sustainability. 2. Explain that the activity will focus on developing communication skills while discussing waste segregation and landfill.

Activity: 1. Divide the students into small groups of 3-4. 2. Provide each group with a set of resource materials related to waste segregation and landfill management, such as articles, infographics, or videos. 3. Instruct the groups to review the resources and select the most relevant and useful information. 4. Each group should then prepare a short presentation or discussion points based on the selected resources. 5. Encourage the students to discuss the following topics: a. The importance of waste segregation in reducing landfill waste. b. Different types of waste and their appropriate segregation methods. c. Environmental impacts of improper waste disposal. d. Strategies to promote waste segregation and reduce landfill waste. e. Personal experiences or initiatives related to waste segregation and landfill management.

Presentation and Discussion: 1. Each group presents their findings and discussion points to the rest of the class. 2. Encourage active listening and note-taking during the presentations. 3. After each presentation, allow time for questions and open discussion among the students. 4. Facilitate a class-wide discussion by asking thought-provoking questions, such as: a. How can waste segregation positively impact our environment? b. What challenges do you foresee in implementing effective waste segregation practices? c. How can individuals and communities contribute to reducing landfill waste? d. What role can education play in promoting waste segregation and landfill management?

Conclusion: 1. Summarize the key points discussed during the activity. 2. Emphasize the importance of effective communication in raising awareness and promoting positive change. 3. Encourage students to continue exploring the topic of waste segregation and landfill management independently. 4. Provide additional resources or references for further research, if available.

Note: This activity focuses on developing communication skills while discussing waste segregation and landfill management. However, it is essential to integrate language learning objectives, such as vocabulary expansion, sentence structure, and fluency, throughout the activity.