Free, editable Google Slides deck for Science of Electricity: reading, computation, data set, and lab, ready to project.
Science of Electricity
Summary
This lesson introduces students to how electricity is generated and how it works, moving from the basics of electrons and circuits to real-world power plant systems. Twelve classroom-ready resources are included: a bell ringer, vocabulary and video quiz, reading with Ohm’s Law practice, computation and data analysis activities, a hands-on electromagnetic induction lab, a PhET simulation extension, an exit ticket, and full teacher and answer key guides. Built for middle school and introductory high school science courses covering electricity generation, circuits, voltage, current, and resistance.
Activities
Bell Ringer
Choose one of the Bell Ringers provided to display for students to answer.
Video
Play this short video on electricity 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).
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.
PhET Lab Extension
An optional simulation extension that gives students a visual and interactive way to investigate how moving magnets generate electricity.
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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