Why We Need to Stop Plastic Pollution in Our Oceans For Good

Provided by: Oceana |Published on: April 27, 2021

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Synopsis

This video from Oceana is about throwaway plastic pollution in our oceans and the dangers it can cause to humans, marine life, and the planet.
Students will learn about microplastics, the limits of recycling, global solutions, and action steps individuals can take.

Subjects: Biology, Earth and Space Sciences, Civics

Authors: Oceana

Region: Europe, South and Central America, Global

Languages: English

Positives

The video discusses successful initiatives implemented by governments and corporations to reduce throwaway plastic pollution.
The description links to the #BreakFreeFromPlastic movement, where students can learn more about how to get involved.

Prerequisites

The video mentions microplastics in things like beer, water, honey, sea salt, and the air we breathe, which some students might find discomforting or surprising.
Students should understand the importance of biodiversity and how plastic pollution disrupts the aquatic food chain.

Differentiation & Implementation

Students in art classes can make posters about reducing single-use plastic pollution in our schools and in our oceans.
Students who want to take action can look into #Trashtag: The Online Challenge Cleaning Places Up.
Another resource related to these topics is Plastic Pollution: How Humans Are Turning the World into Plastic.

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