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Renewables Workshop Lesson PlanRenewables Workshop Lesson Plan
Publisher
Carnegie Mellon University
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Grade
6th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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For Teacher Use
Duration
3 hrs
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Direct Instruction
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Year
2013
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Renewables Workshop

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Youngsters examine resource maps to find out which states are using solar and wind power and discuss as a class various other renewable energy sources. They use a provided data table to record pros and cons to each technology, build and experiment with wind turbines, and discuss public policy regarding the subsidization of different power-producing technology. It is recommended that you share the fascinating obscure technologies described in the extra activity.

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Concepts

solar energy, energy, wind energy, wind, alternative energy sources

Additional Tags

alternative energy, wind energy, solar energy, renewable energy source, science

Pros

  • Thorough background information prepares you for the lesson
  • Links to interesting and informative maps and several related resource provided
  • Meets Next Generation Science Standards in engineering, physical, and earth sciences

Cons

  • Requires the purchase of wind kits; however, ordering information is provided

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