What’s included in this module?
Teacher resources | 4 x lesson plans 1 x presentation 1 x teacher’s notes 1 x facilitator guide |
Learner resources | 3 x worksheet 3 x supporting resources 1 x article |
Projects – experiments | 1 x school water audit project |
Module key questions
- Where is the most water used at your school?
- Does that amount seem excessive or about right?
- How does your school compare to other schools in the area and to “green” schools in terms of water usage?
- What could students, administrators, parents, and the community do to improve water-use practices on campus?
- Do you think students conducting a water eco-audit can actually help improve the school?
- What skills and information can be learned from an eco-audit?
- Is it a valuable educational experience?
- What recommendations do you have for making water management on campus more sustainable?
- To whom do you want to make those recommendations?
- What strategies will you use to communicate your messages?
- How can you work with other groups to strengthen your message?
- What has the eco-audit taught you about leadership and citizenship?
Module alignments
Grade | Ages | Grade 10 – 11 | 15-17 years |
Term | 4 (Grade 10) |
CAPS subject | Geography |
Subject strand | Water Resources |
Sub-topics | Water management in South Africa Water in my community/school |
This Module includes:
- Aligned content: This content is aligned with: Curriculum Assessment Policy Statements (CAPS) and the Independent Examinations Board (IEB). A key aspect of these modules is their flexibility and customisation across curricula, such as Cambridge and Steiner/Waldorf Education.
- A range of teaching strategies, skills and knowledge: The flow of the module has been structured using Project-Based Learning and Design Thinking frameworks. A variety of pedagogical approaches are present between and within each lesson. Learners are challenged theoretically and practically through project and problem-based inquiry of real-world issues.
- Sustainable Development Goals: Each lesson is aligned to an appropriate United Nation Sustainable Development Goal(s).
Module Content

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