SAÉ "Troubled Waters" : An Exploration of Environmental and Social Inequalities

The SAÉ "Troubled Waters," within the framework of the "Culture and Quebec Citizenship" program, is available in a printed version.

This student workbook complements the digital version, offering a hybrid educational approach for 5th-grade secondary students. With this workbook, students can record their reflections and easily access digital resources.

Culture and Quebec Citizenship Program

The SAÉ "Troubled Waters" aligns with the "Culture and Quebec Citizenship" program and integrates information and communication technologies. The printed version of the workbook reinforces these learnings by providing tangible support for activities and class discussions.

Complementarity Between Printed and Digital Versions

The printed workbook "Troubled Waters" is designed to complement the digital version. Together, they offer a complete learning experience.

Delivery Included in the Price

The printed version of the workbook "Troubled Waters" is delivered directly to your address, and the delivery costs are included in the price. This simplifies the acquisition of this essential resource, with no additional costs.

Details of the Pedagogical Content

Through this educational journey, students explore concepts of power, social inequalities, racism and colonialism, as well as environmental inequalities, to understand and analyze the complex dynamics that govern our society and our relationship with the environment.

• INTRODUCTION: Demystifying the myths and realities surrounding water in Quebec through an interactive quiz to introduce environmental issues related to potable water.
• TASK 1: Formulate questions and seek answers on environmental inequalities related to water in Quebec, sensitizing students to existing disparities and encouraging reflection on viable solutions.
• TASK 2: Explore and discuss issues related to water ("Blue Gold"), enriching understanding of the problems from diverse perspectives.
• TASK 3: Write a text on the relationship between Hydro-Québec and Indigenous peoples, highlighting power issues and the impact of energy policies.
• FINAL TASK: Create a visual aid that highlights the ethical issues surrounding a natural resource, inviting critical reflection on resource management and the social and environmental consequences of collective choices.

Through "Troubled Waters," students develop a keen social and environmental awareness while acquiring essential skills to become responsible and engaged citizens.