The circular economy: developing countries
Why this, why now
This unit develops pupils' knowledge of technology in the world around us. The pupils consider a case study 'The Washing Machine Project' to empathise with issues faced by people in developing countries. Pupils develop knowledge of moral and social issues alongside empathy.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Ardaydu waa inay yaqaanaan aasaaska maadada.
- Ardaydu waa inay awoodaan inay raacaan tilmaamo fudud.
Unit 10 / 10
The circular economy: developing countries
This unit develops pupils' knowledge of technology in the world around us. The pupils consider a case study 'The Washing Machine Project' to empathise with issues faced by people in developing countries. Pupils develop knowledge of moral and social issues alongside empathy.
8 lessons- Circular economy and LCA
- Investigating contexts
- Redesign: The Washing Machine Project
- Manufacture and materials processing: Fairtrade
- Distribution: Better Shelter and wind-up radio
- Product in use: S H E uniform and Hippo Roller
- Repair, maintenance and recycling: Energee Saw
- Design: Spider boot and Jaipur foot