New Zealand Coastal Stories
Exploring different perspectives on coastal issues Year 9 Social Studies Learning to listen and discuss respectfully
WALT (We Are Learning To)
Participate actively in group discussions using local New Zealand coastal examples Listen respectfully to different viewpoints about coastal issues Understand that different groups have different needs and perspectives
Success Criteria
I can explain at least two different viewpoints on a coastal issue I can listen without interrupting when others share their ideas I can ask respectful questions to understand different perspectives I can use examples from New Zealand coastal areas
Think-Pair-Share
Does anyone live near a beach or have visited a New Zealand coast? What did you see there? What different activities were happening?
Foxton Beach: A Local Example
Coastal erosion is washing away the beach Houses are getting closer to the water Some people want to build sea walls Others worry about environmental impacts Local community is divided on solutions
Different People, Different Needs
Fishermen want access to fishing grounds and jobs Swimmers and tourists want clean, safe water Property developers want to build near the coast Environmentalists want to protect wildlife and ecosystems Local residents want their homes and communities protected
Marlborough Sounds: Tourism vs Environment
Coastal Scenarios Group Work
Groups of 4 students Each person takes a different role 10 minutes discussion 2 minutes presentation per group Listen respectfully to all viewpoints
Your Scenarios
Scenario 1: Fishing vs Penguin Protection (Otago) Scenario 2: Seawall vs Natural Processes (Westport) Scenario 3: Beach Pollution Solutions (Auckland) Scenario 4: Marine Reserve vs Fishing Rights (Banks Peninsula)
Differentiation Support
Visual learners: Use maps and images of your coastal area Dyslexia-friendly: Scenario summaries available in large font Extension: Research additional stakeholders in your scenario Support: Teacher will visit each group to help with understanding
Independent Reflection
Write or draw about a coastal issue you've learned about Answer: Who are the different people involved? What does each person want? Why? Use New Zealand examples from today's lesson
Remember
Good discussions mean listening to everyone, even when we disagree Every person has valid reasons for their viewpoint Tomorrow we'll explore solutions that might help everyone