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Powering the World
Summary
This lesson, “Powering the World,” provides a comprehensive and student-centered approach to teaching fundamental energy concepts. The three-station model allows for a flexible classroom setup where students work collaboratively to explore different aspects of global energy. The lesson is interactive and inquiry-based, integrating videos, quizzes, data analysis, and the Claim, Evidence, Reasoning (CER) framework. Students develop critical thinking and argumentation skills as they analyze global energy data, evaluate essential uses of electricity, and weigh the trade-offs of different energy sources. The lesson concludes with an optional peer review activity, encouraging collaboration and reinforcing learning through constructive feedback.
Activities
Handout
Use this handout with students to complete interactive stations exploring energy and power.
Teacher Guide
Download this teacher guide that serves as a walkthrough with answers for the Powering the World lesson.
Answer Key
This short document provides answers to key activities in the Powering the World lesson.
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