Introduces students to energy literacy and provides a balanced, non-political view of every major energy source.
Switch: The Complete Film
Summary
This lesson brings together the full Switch On documentary, a searchable transcript, and a 20-question discussion guide in one place. Students examine energy poverty across Colombia, Nepal, Ethiopia, Kenya, and Vietnam, exploring biomass health risks, off-grid solar, hydropower, coal, and the cultural dimensions of energy access. The package works for APES Unit 6, Earth and Environmental Science energy units, or a global studies course and supports structured viewing, close reading, and discussion.
Activities
Teacher Guide
A full set of questions that can be used for whole-group discussion or independent reflection following the film.
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