Modern Day Imperialism in the Global Waste Trade
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Provided by: Intersectional Environmentalist|Published on: October 10, 2024
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Synopsis
In this article, students will read about the global waste-stream process and what happens to plastic waste after students dispose of it or recycle it. Students will learn that many developed nations "force" their recycling waste on developing nations who must then deal with the contaminated or non-recyclable waste and the health and social consequences that go along with it.
Subjects: Science, Civics
Authors: Varsha Madapoosi
Region: Global
Languages: English
Teaching Materials
- Teachers may want to review imperialism and colonialism prior to the reading and refer to the definitions of the terms throughout the reading.
- As they read, students may become overwhelmed with realizing their role in this global issue. These students may require additional support to process the information. This Climate Emotions Wheel activity can help students process difficult emotions as they learn about climate change.
- After reading this article, students can create posters to inform others about the global impacts of plastic waste.
- Students can research the various examples of activism and plan a project of their own.
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