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• Essential Concepts
• Driving Questions
• General Resources

Entry Events

• Invite A Guest Speaker
• Read a Book
• Engage the Senses

Driving Questions:

• DQ1: Why are our sandy beaches special? 
• DQ2: How can we take care of sandy beaches? 
• ​​DQ3: Why do we need to restore Oregon's dunes?

Authentic Projects for DQ1:

• AP1: Critters of the Coast
• AP2: Mapping Our Beaches

Authentic Projects of DQ2:

• AP1: Oregon's Beach Bill
• AP2: Our Beach, Our Responsibility

Authentic Projects of DQ3: 

• AP1: Restoration Project
• AP2: Recruitment Campaign

Driving Question 3: Why Do We Need To Restore Oregon's Dunes?

Learner Level: Advanced (best for students who are proficient in independent and collaborative learning, and are ready to dive into more complex issues)

In a nutshell: Students will investigate the impacts on people, wildlife, and ecosystems that occur when dunes are threatened or destroyed.

Related Features: Dunes

Why choose this question? This DQ allows students to take an active role in influencing the protection of sandy beaches in their own community. Projects focus on soliciting support for dune restoration projects from the community or decision-makers, helping to foster a sense of civic responsibility and accomplishment in young students. 

Related Features: Beaches

CHOOSE YOUR AUTHENTIC PROJECT BELOW:

• Restoration Project: students participate in dune restoration projects and share their experiences with the community.
• Recruitment Campaign: students develop and implement methods for encouraging the public to get involved with dune conservation.