Lesson summary
Students collect data about household energy consumption. They analyse their data and think of energy saving strategies then present them to the class.
Learning intentions:
Students will...
- collect data about household energy consumption
- demonstrate ability to work independently to read and follow instructions
- perform mathematical calculations to complete activity
- communicate effectively in fair and considered class-wide discussion on issues
- demonstrate ability to support personal opinion on issues with independent research (extension).
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Lesson details
Curriculum mapping
Australian curriculum content descriptions:
Year 7 Science:
- Summarise data, from students’ own investigations and secondary sources, and use scientific understanding to identify relationships and draw conclusions (ACSIS130)
Year 7 Mathematics:
- Investigate techniques for collecting data, including census, sampling and observation (ACMSP284)
- Explore the practicalities and implications of obtaining data through sampling using a variety of investigative processes (ACSMP206)
Year 8 Science:
- Summarise data, from students’ own investigations and secondary sources, and use scientific understanding to identify relationships and draw conclusions(ACSIS145)
Year 8 Mathematics:
- Investigate techniques for collecting data, including census, sampling and observation (ACMSP284)
Syllabus Outcomes:Â SC4-7WS.
Indoor or outdoor activity:Â Indoor
Time required: N/A – This activity should be set as homework or set over the period of one whole day.
Level of teacher scaffolding:Â Provide students with a typical price for electricity. Assist students in analysing their energy usage. Engage students in a discussion around the conclusions they might draw from analyzing their data.
Homework and extension opportunities:Â This activity should be set as homework or set over the period of one whole day.
Resources required
- Printed Student Worksheet
- Writing materials
Additional info
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