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All in the Blades
Lesson18 of 20 in this unit
SecondaryYear 7 - 8ScienceEarth and SpaceEnvironmentalClimate ChangeEnergySustainability
Lesson Summary
Students experiment using trial and error and then refine their adjustments on a model wind generator. They find the best blade adjustments to maximize the efficiency of a wind turbine. Activity adapted from Save the Earth Science Experiments*.
Learning intentions
Students will:
- identify the blade shapes that are most successful at creating energy when used in a wind turbine
- demonstrate ability to work independently or collaboratively to follow instructions and complete activity
- demonstrate ability to recognise and use a range of materials and tools to complete activity
- demonstrate ability to use models to explain or demonstrate a concept
- demonstrate ability to write and articulate scientific observations
- demonstrate the ability to work independently or collaboratively to research and compile information on issues and to communicate lessons from research through art or literacy exercises (extension)
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