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This Introduction to the Photovoltaic Effect lesson plan also includes:
- Introduction to the Photovoltaic Effect (.html)
- Macro-Scale Photovoltaic Technology (.pptx)
- Intro to the Photovoltaic Effect - Student Worksheet #1(.pdf)
- Photovoltaic Effect Sumary Scoring (.pdf)
- The Power of the Sun - The Science of the Silicon Solar Cell
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Let a video light the way to a better understanding of solar energy. Scholars first learn vocabulary terms related to the photovoltaic effect, solar cells, and electricity. They then watch a video to learn why silicon is often used as a photoelectric semiconductor and how solar cells create electric current.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have the class create a word wall using the vocabulary terms from the unit
Classroom Considerations
- First of four lessons in the Solar Resources Assessment unit
- Resource does not require prior knowledge of the photovoltaic effect
Pros
- Includes a student handout
- Provides a rubric for consistent grading
Cons
- None