Provided by: Hot Mess |Published on: April 27, 2021
Videos Grades 6-8, 9-12
Synopsis
This video is about the complexity of the global food system as it relates to the changing climate, focusing specifically on food misinformation and unequal access to healthy food.
It acknowledges the vast complexity of the topics being covered and their importance to health and the environment.
It does not burden the viewer with the "weight of the world" on their food choices but inspires collective improvements in our decision making and awareness.
Prerequisites
The overarching concepts that connect the many aspects of this issue are identified as more people, limited resources, and a changing planet. Students should have a basic understanding of these connected issues.
The video description links to references and additional readings on the topics.
Social studies and economics classes could discuss the changes that will need to happen to ensure equal access to healthy food and accurate nutritional information.