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Rapid urbanization offers economic benefits but also leads to environmental challenges like habitat destruction, pollution, and the urban heat island effect. This Inquiry Brief engages students in analyzing real-world data to explore how cities impact climate, water systems, and extreme weather events. Through critical thinking and problem-solving, students will evaluate sustainable solutions such as green roofs, permeable pavement, and urban green spaces.

 

What is an Inquiry Brief?
Inquiry Briefs are compact, targeted case studies designed for assessment purposes, closely aligning with the AP Environmental Science (APES) curriculum. Unlike traditional case studies, which provide background information to teach students before asking questions, Inquiry Briefs present a limited amount of information and require students to apply their prior knowledge - similar to the format of the AP exam. Each of the nine Inquiry Briefs corresponds to a specific APES unit and includes AP-style free-response questions (FRQs), making them effective tools for end-of-unit assessments or end-of-year review. Each brief includes both a student edition and a teacher edition with complete answer keys.

Challenges Associated w/ Urbanization - APES Unit 4 (Teacher & Student Edition)

$12.00Price