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The Energy Crisis

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Learners participate in different activities and discussions to analyze the energy crisis in the United States and other parts of the world. In groups, they research the availability of fossil fuels and the possible alternatives. Using the internet, they identify the role of OPEC in international politics and develop possible solutions to help solve the energy crisis.

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5th - 10th
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Science
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