Free, editable Google Slides deck for Introduction to Coal: bell ringer, quiz, data set, and hands-on activity, ready to project.
Introduction to Coal
Summary
A complete introductory coal unit covering the full lesson arc from bell ringer to exit ticket. Students watch an explainer video, build vocabulary, analyze real regional production and consumption data, and work through a two-part hands-on simulation covering surface mining economics and power generation emissions. Includes a teacher guide, student handout, starter pack, answer key, and exit ticket. Ready to use for middle and high school classrooms with no additional prep required.
Activities
Bell Ringer
Choose one of the Bell Ringers provided to display for students to answer.
Video
Play this short video on coal to spark curiosity and encourage thoughtful discussion.
Vocabulary + Quiz
Have students review the vocabulary terms, watch the video, and answer the questions in the quiz (Kahoot) and cloze notes.
Data Set
Have students analyze a global coal production and consumption data chart and answer questions. Review key terms, then discuss trends as a class.
Hands-On - Teacher Guide
Download this teacher guide to walk students through simulating coal-based energy production while exploring its environmental impact. This hands-on has two parts that can be used independently or combined for an extended lab.
Hands-On - Student Guide
Use this handout with students to simulate coal-based energy production while exploring its environmental impact. This hands-on has two parts that can be used independently or combined for an extended lab.
Teacher Guide
Download this teacher guide that serves as a walkthrough with answers for the Introduction to Coal lesson.
Answer Key
This short document provides answers to key activities in the Introduction to Coal lesson.
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