What is fracking? Today you will be accessing a number of resources to find out the answer to this question. This task will be completed in three parts.
In your topic jotters you should take detailed notes, with suitable headings. Remember your notes should include important vocabulary relevant to the topic you are researching. Definitions of this vocabulary should also be included to help with your understanding. Please ensure each group member takes detailed notes as you will ALL require the information for the third part of the task which will take place next week.
BEFORE accessing the links below, please read over the task sheet carefully with your group members to ensure everyone is aware of the areas they should be researching. Any sections of the task sheet which require group discussion should also be completed at this time.
Please note that some of the videos also have written information. You should ensure you access BOTH resources. Fracking is a controversial subject and many people feel passionately about it. Some provocative language and phrases are used to get the public to feel and act.
Fracking: Videos (Class Teacher will show these)
Telegraph: How Hydraulic Fracturing Works Video
What is fracking and why is it controversial? (Class Teacher will show this)
