Tourism's Environmental Impact
Grade 11th Grade · Social Studies · 30 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can evaluate the environmental impacts of tourism.
Warm-Up Video
BBC Learning English · 6:27
Ecotourism: good or bad? ⏲️ 6 Minute English
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
Genuine ecotourism is sustainable and designed to continue at a steady level which does not damage the environment.
- 2
To qualify as genuine ecotourism, tourists' main motivation should be to appreciate and observe the natural world without interfering, and the money they spend should support traditional communities.
- 3
In Tajikistan, ecotourist projects run by non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are protecting animals like snow leopards and mountain ungulates.
Practice Questions
3 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Describe two specific examples of tourism practices. Explain one way each practice can negatively impact the environment.”
Teacher Guide
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