Science of Nuclear – Bell Ringer
Summary
Kick off your lesson with these engaging nuclear bell ringers. The prompts encourage students to think about what the word “nuclear” means to them, identify benefits and risks, and consider the challenges of expanding nuclear power. These questions activate prior knowledge and set the stage for the rest of the lesson.
What do you think the word “nuclear” means?
Write down two things you’ve heard about nuclear energy.
Write down one thing you wonder about nuclear energy.
What are two benefits and two risks of using nuclear energy?
What are the biggest challenges of expanding nuclear energy in your country or worldwide?
