Lesson summary
This lesson is designed for a flipped classroom, where students learn new content by watching a video in their own time. This strategy provides the opportunity for students to build their knowledge, attitudes and values by themselves, thereby freeing up class time for hands-on work.
Learning intentions:
Students will...
- understand how solar panels convert solar energy to electrical energy
- recognise that there are both physical and political/social barriers to widening our use of solar energy
- build their thinking and questioning skills.
Lesson guides and printables
Lesson details
Curriculum mapping
Australian Curriculum content descriptions:
Year 7 Science:
- Some of Earth’s resources are renewable, including water that cycles through the environment, but others are non-renewable (ACSSU116)
Syllabus Outcomes: SC4-12ES.
Time needed: 30 minutes
Level of teacher scaffolding: Low – allow students to explore the topic independently.
Resources required
- Internet, laptops and earphones
- Student Worksheet
Additional info
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