Plan a panel on public policy. On the first day of lessons, scholars identify local government planners and create questions to ask regarding renewable energy and infrastructure. On the second day, they conduct the panel and learn about limitations and regulations on renewable energy.

Concepts

energy, renewable energy sources, wind turbines, solar array, public policy, electricity, generating electricity

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Instructional Ideas

• Have community and government leaders join the class remotely
  

Classroom Considerations

• Fourth of seven lesson in the A Community Powered by Renewable Energy unit
• The resource suggests that the lesson occurs over two non-consecutive days, so panel participants have time to prepare responses to the questions
  

Pros

• Gives detailed timing suggestions
  
• Includes examples of formative assessment strategies
  

Cons

• None

Common Core

WHST.6-8.7