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| WV State Standards: |
Math:
M.O.8.2.2, M.O.8.2.6, M.O.8.2.7, M.O.8.2.9, M.O.8.5.1,
M.O.8.5.4, M.O.8.5.5, M.O.A1.2.3, M.O.A1.2.5,
M.O.CM.2.2,
M.O.CM.2.3, M.O.CM.2.4, M.O.CM.5.2, CM.5.5, CM.5.8,
M.O.PS.5.3, M.O.PS.5.10 |
Science:
AES.4.33,
AES.4.34, AES.4.35, AES.4.36, AES.4.38 |
Technology:
EC9-12.1.1,
TEC9-12.1.2, TEC9-12.2.1, TEC9-12.2.2,
TEC9-12.3.1, TEC9-12.3.2, TEC9-12.3.3,
TEC9-12.3.4, TEC9-12.5.1, TEC9-12.5.2,
TEC9-12.6.1 |
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| National Standards: |
Math:
1, 2, 3, 4, 6,
7, 8, 9 |
Science:
9, 10, 12, 13 |
Technology:
1, 2, 3 |
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| Blooms Taxonomy:
Knowledge, Comprehension,
Application, Analysis, Synthesis, Evaluation |
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| 21st Century Skills:
Thinking and
Problem Solving Skills, Problem Identification,
Formulation, and Solution, Creativity and
intellectual curiosity, Information and Media
Literacy Skills, Communication skills,
Interpersonal and Collaborative Skills,
Accountability and Adaptability Skills, Social
Responsibility |
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Objective(s)
Students will:
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explore the relationships
between the extraction and use of natural resources and the
impact on the environment
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research alternative energy sources
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understand the fragile nature of the
Earth
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research and explain how the political
system influences environmental decisions
- develop decision making skills
with respect to addressing environmental problems
Time Required
Two 45 minute class periods
Pre-Requisite Skills
Students should have a basic
knowledge of electricity. They should also understand how a
generator works. Computer knowledge of spread sheets are also
necessary, but can be taught during the activity.
21st Century Tools (Technology Tools)
Internet searching and PowerPoint
Description:
Students will look at
all the data from the previous lesson. Each group will
determine what power source they think is the most efficient
to use on the island. After formulating a conclusion
they will present the findings and the entire class will
discuss why each group choose their power source.
Instructional Materials:
Introduction Motivation:
The students will be
introduced to EdVenture Island. This island has recently
been discovered and has a wealth of natural resources to
offer society. The students are being contracted as
engineers to develop a new power plant for the island. The
plant should do the least amount of harm to the environment
and be the most cost effective.
Procedure
See attached
Worksheet
21st Century Assessment/Evaluation
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