Curated OER
How does the Amount of Light Affect a Photogram?
Students observe pictures of themselves using film and discuss how they think the image is processed to produce a photograph. They are introduced to photogram paper comparing it to photograph paper but understanding that no film is...
Curated OER
Getting Help, but for More Work?
Fifth graders discuss prior knowledge of slope and force. They relate steepness of slope to the force needed to get an object up the slope. Students read from their text the information about inclined planes. They answer the questions...
Curated OER
Scientific Images & Animations
Students view a variety of scientific images and animations. They explore the world of science and visual art. Students enrich their knowledge through animation examinations of thoughts and feelings and awesome color rainbows of...
Curated OER
Oil Trap Model
Students investigate oil accumulation by creating a model in their classroom. In this petroleum geology lesson, students discuss where oil comes from and why it is vital to our society at this particular time. Students cut out a 3-D...
National Geographic
National Geographic: The Right Balance: Mixing Energy Resources
In this lesson, students look at profiles of energy production for different regions of the United States. They examine the conversion efficiency and the carbon dioxide emissions of each type of energy, and then the environmental impact...
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Energy
A collection of articles on energy-related topics, including fossil fuels, conservation, alternative energy, and environmental issues.
Geographypods
Geographypods: Theme 3: Economic Development: Energy Systems
This learning module looks at human-made systems of energy, covering different types of energy and power stations. Includes handouts, slideshows, maps, activities, photographs, an interactive animation, and videos.
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Energy4Me
Energy4me: Energy Sources of the World [Ppt]
Learn about the many different energy resources available from our Earth. Find out the pros and cons of each type: both renewable and nonrenewable.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Energy
Through nine lessons, students are introduced to a range of energy types--electrical, light, sound and thermal-as well as the renewable energy sources of wind, hydro (water) and solar power. Subjects range from understanding that the...
eSchool Today
E School Today: Renewable Energy Sources
Learn what renewable energy is, the different types, and why it's important to conserve energy.
Utah Education Network
Uen: Fat a Concentrated Energy Source
Through these lesson plans, students explore and discuss the role of dietary fat as an important energy source. In addition to providing detailed instructions for teachers, this website includes all the handouts and charts needed to...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Introduction to Energy Resources Study Guide
This comprehensive study guide covers the main terms and concepts needed for an earth science unit on energy resources. Review questions are included at the bottom of the study guide.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Introduction to Energy Resources
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Overview of the types of energy, and how it can be stored and released.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Introduction to Energy Resources
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Overview of the types of energy and how it can be stored and released.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Introduction to Energy Resources
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Overview of the types of energy, and how it can be stored and released.
National Geographic
National Geographic: Encyclopedic Entry: Non Renewable Energy
A good primer on non-renewable energy sources. Covers the overall advantages and disadvantages, and discusses the different types and their pros and cons. Includes a slideshow with captions.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Alternative Energy Debate
With a learning team, students choose an alternative energy source such as solar, wind, biofuel, geothermal or other form and research the pros and cons of that energy type. The team then splits into debate teams and draws straws to...
National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
The National Academies: Our Energy System
This interactive presents the many sources of energy in the United States, showing in a flow chart how much of each type of energy is used. Pop-up windows provide more information at the different branches in the chart.
American Geosciences Institute
American Geosciences Institute: Earth Science Week: Using Energy Resources Wisely
Students test which type of material retains heat the longest.
US Energy Information Administration
U.s. Eia Energy Kids: Energy Explained
A comprehensive source of information about energy in all its forms. Each type of energy is explained, along with information about its environmental impact, supported with graphs, charts, and other data. There is a twenty-question quiz...
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: What Is Energy?
With an introduction to the ideas of energy, students discuss specific types of energy and the practical sources of energy. Hands-on activities help them identify types of energy in their surroundings and enhance their understanding of...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Deciding Your City's Energy Future
Students learn about fossil fuels and renewable energy sources to help them decide which type of energy should be used to power a city's electric grid in the coming decades.
Other
Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts: The Energy Report: Nuclear Energy [Pdf]
Chapter 8 of a report on the energy industry in Texas. It examines nuclear energy, what it is, its history, and its uses. The nuclear power industry in Texas is described, including uranium mining, and types of nuclear reactors and how...
Scholastic
Scholastic: Study Jams! Science: Energy, Light and Sound: Renewable Fuels
A slideshow and a short quiz on the different types of renewable energy sources.