Give them a list of solutions. Have them compare the ideas on this list to their own. Have them add their own ideas to the list to make it complete. Desertification occurs as a result of natural forces and human forces. Life is very difficult in the region where desertification occurs.
Education is part of the solution.
Have students write a conversation between two people showing knowledge and sensitivity to the problem of desertification. Length should be at least the length of the sample used in the lesson. Have students write five questions about desertification and the answers they expect. Questions must cover the main ideas. Make a chart on statistics about the amount of desert in the world today and the amount in danger of desertification.