Science of Electricity

Summary

This comprehensive Science of Electricity full lesson is designed for high school students. It includes engaging bell ringer prompts, a video quiz, and a data analysis activity on global electricity generation. The hands-on lab on electromagnetic induction helps students discover the engineering behind how generators work. This lesson is designed to help students understand the basics of electricity and its importance in the modern world.

Activities
Bell Ringer

Choose one of the Bell Ringers provided to display for students to answer.

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Video

Play this short video on electricity to spark curiosity and encourage thoughtful discussion.

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Vocabulary + Quiz

Have students review the vocabulary terms, watch the video, and answer the questions in the quiz.

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Reading

Have students read the info sheet on the Science of Electricity and answer the comprehension questions.

Computation

Analyze, calculate, and compare how different energy sources generate electricity with this data-driven computation activity.

Data Set

Challenge students to interpret and analyze a line graph of global electricity production.

Lab - Teacher Guide

Download this teacher guide to walk students through electromagnetic conduction.

Lab - Student Guide

Use this handout with students to explore the principles of electromagnetic conduction.

Exit Ticket

Display the Exit Ticket provided for students to answer.

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Teacher Guide

Download this teacher guide that serves as a walkthrough with answers for the Science of Electricity lesson.

Answer Key

This short document provides answers to key activities in the Science of Electricity lesson.

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