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Australian curriculum content descriptions:

Geography Year 9:

• Collect, select, record and organise relevant geographical data and information, using ethical protocols, from a range of appropriate primary and secondary sources (ACHGS064)

Science Year 9:

• Plan, select and use appropriate investigation methods, including field work and laboratory experimentation, to collect reliable data; assess risk and address ethical issues associated with these methods (ACSIS165)
• People can use scientific knowledge to evaluate whether they should accept claims, explanations or predictions (ACSHE160)
• The values and needs of contemporary society can influence the focus of scientific research (ACSHE228)

Geography Year 10:

• Collect, select, record and organise relevant data and geographical information, using ethical protocols, from a range of appropriate primary and secondary sources (ACHGS073)
• Reflect on and evaluate the findings of the inquiry to propose individual and collective action in response to a contemporary geographical challenge, taking account of environmental, economic and social considerations; and explain the predicted outcomes and consequences of their proposal (ACHGS080)

Syllabus Outcomes: GE5-7, GE5-8, SC5-5WS.

• Student Worksheet – one copy per student OR computers/tablets to access the online worksheet
• Internet access, school electricity and gas bills, factsheets: Energy cheat sheet, Calculating GHG emissions and Typical power ratings for appliances. 

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