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Social Studies 10/11 Mining in BC
Complex issues, such as mining, are better understood when examined from all angles and discussed. This teacher-written resource unit is intended to increase the base knowledge of students about the minerals industry in British Columbia, as well as to review the overall process of mine development.The heart of the unit is a fictional case study of a mine following the Environmental Assessment Act in British Columbia. (Primary data, specific names and geographic locations have been used to provide authenticity.) Once students have gained a basic overview, they are divided into groups that take on the role of a stakeholder in the development of the proposed mine. Research and evaluations are compared through a class discussion period. A consensus is reached once all groups have given their input. The Case Study can be used in the classroom for three weeks to one month.
The Social Studies 10/11 Mining in BC Resource Unit supports learning outcomes in Social Studies 10, Geography 12, and Sustainable Resources 11 & 12. A teacher support package of AV and print materials (same as the Sustainable Resources 11/12 Support Materials) that supplements this unit may be purchased for $25.00 through the MREPBC. Please contact , 604-681-4321 ext. 108 to place your order.
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Social Studies 10/11 Mining in BC Resource Unit (PDF)
Other interesting links:
A History of Mining and Mineral Exploration in Canada (NRCan)
Historique de l'Exploration Minérale et de l'Exploitation Miniere au Canada (RNCan)
A Chronology of Minerals Development in Canada - extracted from the CIM 100th Anniversary Publication
