Lesson summary
Students present their ideas about two possible energy futures and the impact it may have on them.
Learning intentions:
Students will...
- examine their own perspective on what is required for a positive future and how this could be influenced by our energy needs.
- demonstrate ability to use scenarios and models to explain or demonstrate a concept.
- communicate effectively in fair and considered class-wide discussion on issues.
- demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively in a creative manner to complete activity.
- communicate effectively in an oral presentation.
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Lesson details
Curriculum mapping
Australian Curriculum content descriptions:
Year 9 English:
- Create imaginative, informative and persuasive texts that present a point of view and advance or illustrate arguments, including texts that integrate visual, print and/or audio features (ACELY1746)
Year 9 Science:
- The values and needs of contemporary society can influence the focus of scientific research (ACSHE228)
Year 10 English:
- Create sustained texts, including texts that combine specific digital or media content, for imaginative, informative, or persuasive purposes that reflect upon challenging and complex issues (ACELY1756)
Year 10 Science:
- The values and needs of contemporary society can influence the focus of scientific research (ACSHE230)
Syllabus Outcomes: SC5-11PW, EN5-1A.
Indoor or outdoor activity: Indoor
Time required 45+ mins
Learning areas addressed: English, Science.
Level of teacher scaffolding: Lead class discussion around student posters.
Resources required
- Art and writing materials
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