Analyze the use of woody biomass as a fuel. Understand the carbon cycle, calculate your carbon footprint and formulate a policy position on using woody biomass to produce energy. Details »
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Consider how technology has both improved our lives and created new threats to environmental and human health. Reflect on how modern electronics are changing how we relate to the natural world. Details »
Describe the first Earth Day in 1970 and learn what governmental steps were taken after Earth Day to address the environmental concerns of American citizens. Discuss whether Earth Day is still needed today. Details »
Explore why the 1970s are known as the “environmental decade” and discuss what forces came together to pass numerous landmark environmental laws. Understand the complex role of interrelated political factors that can influence the legislative process. Details »
Build a recycling service and get a city's total recycling level to 80% in this online game. Learn about the economics of waste management. Details »
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Investigate how immigration, assimilation, discrimination, prejudice and pride are all part of the history of interaction between the predominant American culture and Asian Americans.
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Analyze crime statistics, juvenile justice and overcrowded prisons as you evaluate your views of the criminal justice system.
