Module 2: Earth

This Module has been developed to complement the theme ‘Earth’ in the Environmental Studies curriculum. The Module addresses the changing world, in particular its climate and places the earth in the solar system. It provides students basic facts and information on these areas. It then leads students to appreciate the pull of gravity and the influence the Moon and Sun have on tides. Students learn about the climate by first hand experience and become aware of these patterns and cycles that affect their lives. As the earth or the habitat of the living things is the key area of the physical environment, this Module teaches students about the threats to the earth and its components. The skills and values acquired through various activities in this Module would also contribute to the effective and sustainable use of natural resources available on Earth.

There are 6 teaching and learning Modules in this Resource series that are linked to themes in the Environmental Studies curriculum.

Each Module provides instructions for a number of activities that might be used with a class to explore aspects of the issue that is being addressed. These Modules do not comprise a complete unit; rather they may be used to supplement other work being done within a topic area and what is found in the established syllabus.

Overview of the Schools for a Healthy Environment Modules

Module 1: Ourselves

1. Island Environment
2. Traditional Knowledge
3. Environmental Impact Assessment
4. Common Diseases and Prevention

Module 2: Earth

1. Weather
2. Safe Drinking Water
3. Water Quality Monitoring

Module 3: Life Around Us

1. Mangroves
2. Beaches
3. Coral Reefs
4. School Gardens

Module 4: Resources from the Environment

1. Energy used at School and at Home
2. Conservation, Management and Reuse of Water
3. Managing Waste
4. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
5. Composting Waste

Module 5: Interdependence

1. Food Web
2. Exploring my Atoll
3. Ecological Footprints

Module 6: Science and Technology

1. Wind Energy
2. Solar Energy