Use this slick video to introduce your environmental scientists to the wonders of biodiesel. They will learn about problems caused by our waste oil, how it can be recycled, and other benefits of using biofuels. Use the video, assessment questions, and additional resources as is, or sign up with the publisher to customize it for your learners. Use it as an anticipatory set for a recycling research project.

Concepts

human impact on the environment, environmental stewardship, biodiesel, biofuels, recycling

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Additional Tags

recycle, biodiesel, biofuel, human impact on the environment, science

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Pros

• Groovy background music and animation make the video appealing for middle schoolers
• Can be adapted to Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards
• Customizable features available with free membership
• An A+ lesson for increasing environmental awareness

Cons

• None

Common Core

RI.6.7 RI.8.7 RST.6-8.9 RST.9-10.9