Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Introduction to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and their geographic relevance in addressing global challenges.
Key Questions
- Explain how the SDGs provide a framework for addressing interconnected global issues.
- Analyze the geographic interdependencies between different SDGs.
- Design a local project that contributes to achieving one or more SDGs.
Common Core State Standards
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