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Sustainability Lesson Clearinghouse
The Great Energy Debate Game
Lesson Description:
In this lesson we want to introduce energy sources and look at some of the benefits and drawbacks of each. Ten major energy sources will be introduced and used in a game format using the great energy debate game. Read through the game materials to familiarize your self with it.
In this lesson we want to introduce energy sources and look at some of the benefits and drawbacks of each. Ten major energy sources will be introduced and used in a game format using the great energy debate game. Read through the game materials to familiarize your self with it.
Lesson Type:
- Other
Sustainability Topic:
- Energy
GEF Program Category:
- Green Energy Challenge
Time Needed:
50 minutes
50 minutes
Standards Addressed:
Each student will:
Each student will:
- Identify at least 8 natural resources.
- State the difference between a renewable and non-renewable resource.
- Classify each resource as renewable or non-renewable.
- Identify advantages and disadvantages of at least 8 resources.
Materials Needed:
- The Great Energy Debate Game
Submitted By:
Green Education Foundation (GEF) on Behalf of Florida Solar Energy Center
Green Education Foundation (GEF) on Behalf of Florida Solar Energy Center
School or Group:
Need
Need
Contact Email:
service@greeneducationfoundation.org
service@greeneducationfoundation.org
Located in: Green Energy Challenge Middle School
