Introduction to Solar – Active and Passive Solar Lab – Teacher

Summary

Teacher’s guide for a hands-on lab where student groups build and test passive and active solar heating models using a shoebox, black construction paper, and a thermometer, then compare temperature change data to draw conclusions about each method. This guide includes facilitation notes, a features comparison table, discussion questions connecting the lab to real building design, and a full answer key. Works well for middle school or high school science courses covering solar energy and energy efficiency.