Claim Evidence Reasoning - CER - Population Growth and Resources

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Jessica Velazquez

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Resource Type

Classroom Material

Keywords

claim evidence reasoning

Subjects

Physical Sciences Basic Physical Sciences Energy, Matter, and Motion Science Scientific Investigation and Application

Grade Levels

Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8

Audience

Classroom Teacher / Educator

Standards

Next Generation Science Standards

MS-ESS3-4 Construct an argument supported by evidence for how increases in human population and per-capita consumption of natural resources impact Earth's systems.

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Claim Evidence Reasoning - CER - Population Growth and Resources

You can access a Canva slideshow template here.

You can access a Canva worksheet template here.

The MS-ESS3-4 CER Worksheet and Slideshow is a structured resource designed to help students analyze the impact of human population growth and resource consumption on Earth's systems through the Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning (CER) framework. The worksheet provides background information on key environmental issues such as deforestation, water depletion, air pollution, biodiversity loss, and waste production. It includes guided prompts for students to develop claims, identify supporting evidence from scientific data, and explain their reasoning using ecological principles. The corresponding slideshow reinforces these concepts with visuals and structured explanations to help students construct well-supported arguments. This resource supports NGSS standard MS-ESS3-4, engaging students in scientific inquiry and evidence-based reasoning.