Lesson 8 Maldives. Who? What? Why? Where? When? The Maldives Objective: Know how coral is formed. Understand the impacts of tourism on a fragile ecosystem.

Lesson 8

Maldives

Who?

What?

Why?

Where?

When?

The Maldives

Objective:Know how coral is formed.Understand the impacts of tourism on

a fragile ecosystem.

What is a Coral Ecosystem?

What are coral Atolls?

What is a reef system?

What impacts do tourists have?

Card Sort Activity

• Read the cards• Sort into groups- you should be able

to choose your own! Suggested GroupsCoral, Maldives, advantages,

environmental impacts, solutions

How does tourism affect the Maldives?

Write up:1. What are coral reefs and how do they

form?2. Why are the Maldives a popular holiday

destination?3. What are the positive benefits that

tourism brings to the Maldives?4. Why is the natural environment of the

Maldives under threat?5. What can be done to reduce that threat?

The Maldives

Objective:Know how coral is formed.Understand the impacts of tourism on

a fragile ecosystem.

Self assessment- how much more do you know about coral and the maldives on a scale of 1-10?

Plenary

Should people be allowed to go on holiday in sensitive ecosystems?

Discuss!