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Author:
Robin ShermanOrganization:
Union of Concerned Scientists
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Toolbox: 6. Inquiry
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nonprofit partnership of scientists and citizensYear Published:
2003Available in Another Language? (specify):
EnglishCost:
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Renewables are Ready: A Guide to Teaching Renewable Energy
Secondary, Middle
Description
This is a book available as a PDF file. The preface and introductory sections serve as background information for the teacher on the history of renewable energy use and the need to teach students about it. There is a compilation of activities which have students examine the science of renewable energy, make models illustrating the function of the technology and examine energy alternatives from environmental and economic perspectives.
General Assessment
Strengths
- These activities allow for creative thought by students. They are hands-on and relevant to a student's own community.
- The resource thoroughly examines the topic of energy use from how a student obtains energy needed at home and at school, the difference between renewable and nonrenewable energy, the functioning of emerging renewable technologies, to the economic and political implications of decision making regarding sources of energy for communities.
Weaknesses
- There is not a great deal of background information available in the model building activities.
- A student who is not good with building may have difficulty completing this project on their own.
To enhance this resource the following changes would be beneficial:
Themes Addressed
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Air, Atmosphere & Climate (1)
- Climate Change
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Citizenship (2)
- General Guide to Taking Action
- Sustainable Consumption
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Energy (3)
- Alternative Energy
- Energy Generation
- Energy Use
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Science and Technology (1)
- Analysing Conventional Science
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