ENGLISH LANGUAGE SCHOOL BASED

ASSESSMENT

Candidate Name: Jusain Toney

Candidate Number:15002012962
Centre Name: North Union Secondary School
Centre Number:150020
Year of Examination: 2025
Teacher: Ms. Duncan
Subject: English A
Topic: The effects of climate change on agriculture
 Table of contents

Plan of Investigation....................................................................................3
Artefacts........................................................................................................4
Reflection 1..................................................................................................5
Reflection 2..................................................................................................6
Reflection 3...................................................................................................7
Group Written Report....................................................................................8
Plan of Oral Presentation................................................................................9
Bibliography....................................................................................................10
 PLAN OF INVESTIGATION

The theme of my English SBA is Agriculture. My sub-topic is `The

impact of Climate change on Agriculture`. I chose this topic because
climate change is a pressing global issue and want to better understand
its effects on Agriculture. This research will benefit me as a student of
English by improving my critical thinking, vocabulary and writing skills.
I intend to gather information from the Internet, books and
documentaries to help support my presentation on climate change and
provide a well-organized analysis analysis of climate change
consequences on the topic `agriculture’ with relevant information from
trusted sources.
 ARTIFACTS
MANY scientific reports have revealed that climate change is one of the most pressing global
issues, with devastating effects on the environment and human life.

In 2019, the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) published a
report warning that rising global temperatures are leading to more frequent and intense natural
disasters, such as hurricanes, droughts, and wildfires. The report also emphasized that human
activities, particularly deforestation and the burning of fossil fuels, are accelerating these
changes, threatening biodiversity and food security.

Similarly, a study conducted by the National Climate Research Institute in 2021 found that
coastal communities are at increased risk due to rising sea levels, which could lead to
displacement and economic instability. Experts warn that without immediate action to reduce
greenhouse gas emissions and invest in sustainable solutions, the consequences will be
irreversible.

An article published in the Global Environmental Review on September 10, 2018, before the
Paris Agreement enforcement, warned:
“We must take urgent and decisive action to combat climate change. Governments, businesses,
and individuals all have a role to play in reducing carbon emissions. Policies promoting
renewable energy, reforestation efforts, and sustainable urban planning should be prioritized.
Without global cooperation, the health of our planet and future generations remains at risk.

Reflection 1

Through my research, I have gained a deeper understanding of how climate change affects the
environment and agriculture. I chose this focus because I wanted to explore the effects of rising
temperatures, stronger hurricanes, and sea level rise on the Caribbean.

Watching the documentary Before the Flood helped me realize the urgency of addressing climate
change, as experts warned that inaction could threaten global food production and economies.
Additionally, a YouTube video, Climate Change Could Affect Global Agriculture Within 10
Years, showed real-life struggles of farmers dealing with unpredictable weather, reinforcing the
impact of climate change on food security.

A report by the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) warned
that rising global temperatures are leading to more frequent and intense natural disasters, such as
hurricanes, droughts, and wildfires. The report also emphasized that human activities,
particularly deforestation and the burning of fossil fuels, are accelerating these changes,
threatening biodiversity and food security.
 Reflection 2

In the scientific report The Effects of Climate Change on the

Environment, the author uses quotation as a language technique to
emphasize the urgency of addressing climate change. An example of this
is the statement, "We must take urgent and decisive action to combat
climate change," from the Global Environmental Review. This technique
is highly effective in reinforcing the report’s credibility and urgency by
incorporating an authoritative voice. By citing a respected source, the
author strengthens the argument and persuades the audience to recognize
the severity of climate change and the need for immediate intervention.

In the documentary, ‘Before the Flood’ employs emotional appeal to

engage viewers and highlight the devastating impact of climate change.
Through visuals of flooded villages, barren farmlands, and struggling
farmers, the documentary creates a sense of urgency and empathy. This
technique is effective because it allows viewers to connect with real-life
consequences, making climate change feel personal rather than a distant
issue. By using powerful imagery and personal testimonies, the
documentary encourages action by evoking concern and responsibility in
the audience.

In the video, ‘Climate Change Could Affect Global Agriculture Within

10 Years’ effectively utilizes statistics to present the reality of climate
change’s impact on food production. By providing data on declining
crop yields and unpredictable weather patterns, the video strengthens its
argument with factual evidence. This technique is particularly effective
because it provides measurable proof, making the issue more tangible
and credible. The use of statistics appeals to logic and reason, ensuring
that the audience understands the scale of the problem and the need for
immediate solutions.

Reflection 3

With the completion of my SBA, I have grown both academically and personally. Through my
research on the effects of climate change on agriculture, I have enhanced my research skills,
learning to identify credible sources and analyze information effectively. I now understand how
rising temperatures and extreme weather impact food production, deepening my awareness of
environmental issues by climate change.

Additionally, my language skills have improved through writing reflections and summarizing
key points. I have learned to use persuasive techniques, such as quotations and statistics, to
strengthen arguments. My critical thinking has also developed as I evaluated different
perspectives.

The process has also strengthened my social and interpersonal skills, teaching me collaboration,
effective communication, and time management. Balancing deadlines required careful planning
and discipline. Overall, this experience has improved my writing, research, and organizational
skills, preparing me for future academic and professional challenges while increasing my
awareness of sustainability.
 Group Written Report

Starting this group SBA was a bit challenging for us but having our teacher to guide us through
made it an easier task to complete knowing that we had our teacher's guidance, as we sat together
deciding our group topic then branching off on our own creating our sub topics individually. The
sub topics that were chosen are ‘how climate change affects agriculture, how agriculture reduces
poverty in rural areas, urban agriculture and the advantages of trees’.

After finalizing our research areas, we conducted individual research using online articles,
videos, documentaries and reports to gather relevant information. Our comprehensive writing
skills were tested during this study, but further improved with the help of our teacher. Our
collaboration skills were also greatly improved because of the direct communication we needed
to have with our group members to deepen our knowledge of the main topic “Agriculture”.

The group artefacts are a video (https://youtu.be/mnX73GJQY4c?si=1WkooPQx2kZDj_aq), a

poem (https://poetry.expertscolumn.com/poem-on-benefits-of-trees), and a documentary
(https://www.ipcc.ch/)
 Oral Presentation

Theme: Agriculture

Title: How is climate change affecting agriculture

Genre: Poem

Language: Standard English

Main Idea: To learn the effects of climate change have on agriculture as it poses a grave
threat to agriculture.

Bibliography
Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). (2019). Special Report on Climate Change
and Land. Retrieved from https://www.ipcc.ch/srccl/

Before the Flood. (2016). https://youtu.be/zbEnOYtsXHA?si=0LpQe6IK63-S9iPk

Climate Change Could Affect Global Agriculture Within 10 Years Retrieved from

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-NZIvvhGlR0