Introduction to Waste Management

Introduction

1. Begin by explaining the importance of waste management in preserving the environment and reducing ecological impact.
2. Highlight how responsible waste management can lead to a cleaner and healthier planet.

Objectives

• Understand the significance of waste management and its role in
  environmental conservation.
• Identify various types of waste and recognize their potential impact on the ecosystem.
• Analyse the consequences of improper waste disposal on the
  environment.
• Create a visual representation of the effects of waste on the
  environment through poster-making.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this learning scenario, students will be able to:

• Explain the importance of waste management and its impact on the environment.
• Identify and classify different types of waste commonly encountered in daily life.
• Analyse and discuss the environmental consequences of improper waste disposal.
• Apply the concepts of the “3Rs” (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) to demonstrate responsible waste management.
• Create informative and visually appealing posters depicting the effects of waste on the environment.