Energy Production: The Ins and Outs

Abstract: Students will learn about the complexities of energy production through conversation with an expert in the field of industry, electricity, or renewable energy.

Format

Discussion
Lecture

Age

11-12

What

The possible connections with your curriculum

Engineering & Technology
Science

Who

The people who take up the teacher role

Expert

Where

The locations where learning takes place

Classroom

With

The community stakeholders to collaborate with

Ready for action?

Resources

Human Resources

Expert in the field of green energy

Preparation

Find an expert, discuss goals & expectations for meeting, and arrange a time/place.

Goals, messages & concepts

Specific goals

Learn about the principles and practicalities of energy production.

Specific messages

Green energy sources do not pollute the environment, but there are many practical challenges to using them.

Main terms

renewable energy
green industry
solar energy

Practices & skills

STEM practices

Obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information
Asking questions and defining problems

Soft skills

Management skills

Course of activity

step 1

The lecture will be delivered by an expert in the field of renewable energies accompanied by a Q&A, with questions prepared by the students.