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Exploring Retrofitting in Remote Communities
Lesson2 of 3 in this unit
SecondaryYear 7ScienceHuman EndeavourEnvironmentalEnergySustainabilityWaterSocialIndigenous Education
Lesson Summary
Students will explore the role of retrofitting in addressing housing energy efficiency challenges in remote First Nations communities. They will review the science behind retrofitting before using this knowledge to develop a retrofit improvement plan for a building at their school.
Learning intentions
Students will:
- understand how energy-efficient design reduces heat stress and supports well-being
- connect energy science (heat transfer, efficiency) to real-world community needs
- explore ethical and cultural considerations in the design of sustainable housing
Success criteria
Students can:
- explain how retrofit features improve comfort and reduce energy use
- use scientific language to justify a retrofit design
- communicate a clear improvement plan considering cultural and social needs
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