Lesson Plan | Teachy Methodology | Conscious Consumption and Circulation of Goods

Objectives

Duration: 10 to 15 minutes

This stage of the lesson plan aims to guide students on the objectives to be achieved during the class. By exploring consumption habits, the circulation of goods, and good practices, students will be empowered to understand and recognize themselves as transformative agents in modern society. This will enable them to engage critically and responsibly with the theme of conscious consumption.

Main Objectives

1. Encourage students to reflect on their consumption habits and the environmental and social impact of these habits.

2. Promote understanding of the circulation of goods and its relationship with conscious consumption.

3. Empower students to identify and practice good consumption habits in their daily lives.

Side Objectives

1. Encourage critical debate and collaboration among students to identify challenges and solutions in the context of conscious consumption.
2. Introduce digital tools and platforms that assist in controlling and planning responsible consumption.

Introduction

Duration: 10 to 15 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to introduce students to the topic, encouraging them to think critically and engage actively with the content. Searching for interesting facts serves to spark curiosity and prepare the ground for a deeper and more grounded debate about conscious consumption and the circulation of goods.

Warming Up

Start the class by briefly discussing the importance of conscious consumption and the circulation of goods in the contemporary world. Ask students to use their cell phones to find an interesting fact about the topic. They can look for statistics on the environmental impact of consumerism, examples of sustainable practices, or innovations in logistics that promote sustainability.

Initial Reflections

1. What is conscious consumption?

2. How do our consumption habits impact the environment?

3. What are some sustainable consumption practices you know?

4. How do goods circulate around the world and what is the impact of this on the environment?

5. Do you know any local or global initiatives that promote conscious consumption?

Development

Duration: 70 to 80 minutes

The objective of this stage is to provide students with practical and interactive activities that deepen their understanding of conscious consumption and the circulation of goods, using digital tools to make the experience more engaging and relevant to their reality.

Activity Suggestions

It is recommended that only one of the suggested activities be carried out

Activity 1 - Conscious Consumption Influencers

> Duration: 60 to 70 minutes

- Objective: Develop the ability to use social media as a tool for awareness and learning, while also promoting reflection on the impact of consumption on society and the environment.

- Description: Students will create a conscious consumption campaign using social media as the main platform. They will be divided into groups, and each group will represent a marketing agency that needs to develop and promote a campaign to raise awareness in the school community about good consumption practices.

- Instructions:

• Divide the class into groups of no more than 5 students.

• Each group must choose a social media platform (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, etc.) to be the main platform for their campaign.

• Groups need to create a series of posts, videos, or stories that address conscious consumption. It’s important to use statistical data, examples of sustainable practices, and challenges that promote reflection among classmates.

• Encourage groups to be creative and use visual elements, hashtags, polls, and viral challenges.

• Once materials are completed, each group must present its campaign to the class, justifying their choices and strategies.

• Stimulate interaction between groups with questions and constructive feedback.

Activity 2 - Product Journey 🌍

> Duration: 60 to 70 minutes

- Objective: Promote understanding of the complexity of the production chain and the environmental and social impacts of each stage, encouraging reflection on more conscious consumption practices.

- Description: Students will create a digital infographic that maps the journey of a product from production to disposal. They should consider the environmental and social impacts at each stage of the production chain.

- Instructions:

• Divide the class into groups of no more than 5 students.

• Each group must choose a common product (for example, a t-shirt, an electronic device, food) and research the production chain of this item.

• Students need to identify and detail each step of this chain: raw materials, production, transportation, marketing, consumption, and disposal.

• Use digital tools like Canva, Piktochart, or Google Slides to create a visually appealing infographic.

• Each group will present their infographic to the class, explaining each step and the determined impacts.

• Encourage discussion about more sustainable alternatives at each part of the production chain.

Activity 3 - Conscious Consumption Challenge: Gamification 🕹️

> Duration: 60 to 70 minutes

- Objective: Involve students in a playful and interactive way, using gamification to reinforce knowledge about conscious consumption and the circulation of goods.

- Description: Transform the lesson into an interactive game where students compete in a digital quiz about conscious consumption and the circulation of goods. Using platforms like Kahoot! or Quizizz, students will answer questions and complete practical challenges.

- Instructions:

• Divide the class into groups of no more than 5 students.

• Prepare a quiz using Kahoot! or Quizizz, inserting questions about conscious consumption, environmental impact, and the circulation of goods.

• Include practical challenges that students must complete as part of the game, such as creating a digital poster about sustainable consumption or simulating the logistics of a product.

• Groups must access the chosen platform and compete against each other by answering questions and completing challenges.

• At the end of the game, discuss the questions and answers with the class, clarifying more complex concepts and reinforcing conscious consumption practices.

• Reward the winners with a symbolic certificate of 'Champions of Conscious Consumption.'

Feedback

Group Discussion

Promote a group discussion with all students, where each group shares what they learned by conducting the proposed activities and their conclusions. Follow this outline to introduce the discussion:

1. Introduction: Briefly explain the purpose of the discussion and the importance of sharing learnings and reflections.
2. Sharing Results: Ask each group to present their main findings and conclusions.
3. Open Debate: After each presentation, open for questions and comments from other groups, fostering a constructive debate.
4. Summary: Conclude by highlighting the most relevant points that emerged from the discussion, relating them to the objectives of the class.

Reflections

1. What did you learn about the environmental and social impact of our consumption habits? 2. What were the biggest challenges faced while creating the campaigns and infographics? How did you overcome them? 3. How can you apply the concepts of conscious consumption learned in class to your daily lives?

360° Feedback

Conduct a 360° feedback stage, where each student receives feedback from other group members they worked with on the activities. To do this, follow these instructions:

1. Guidance: Explain the importance of constructive and respectful feedback. Emphasize that the goal is to improve and learn together.
2. Structured Feedback: Suggest that students use the formula 'Strengths' and 'Aspects to Improve'. For example: 'I thought you were very creative in proposing ideas for the campaign, but you could improve by working more as a team.'
3. Feedback Exchange: Each student should share their feedback with their groupmates, always respecting opinions and focusing on collective growth.

Conclusion

Duration: 10 to 15 minutes

Purpose: The purpose of this stage is to conclude the lesson in a creative and impactful way, reinforcing the main concepts learned and connecting them to the students' reality. By summarizing the content and highlighting its practical applications, we consolidate the importance of conscious consumption and encourage students to become transformative agents in the modern world. 🌟💡

Summary

Summary: 🌱 Imagine you are the detective Sherlock Holmes of shopping, uncovering the mysteries of conscious consumption and the circulation of goods! 🕵️‍♂️ You learned to map the journey of products, from production to disposal, and to create amazing campaigns on social media to promote good practices. Are you ready to transform the world with your new discoveries? Let's go! 🚀

World Connection

In the World: 🌍 Conscious consumption is more relevant than ever in the digital age, where information circulates rapidly and social media has the power to influence behaviors en masse. Our consumption choices directly impact the environment and societies around the globe. 🌳 Using these platforms to promote sustainability transforms everyone into a digital influencer for good! 📲✨

Practical Application

Applications: 🌟 In daily life, conscious consumption practices help us make more responsible and informed decisions. Saving resources, choosing sustainable products, and reducing waste are actions that transform our communities and the planet. Small changes in consumption habits can lead to significant environmental and social impacts. 🌱🍃