Electrical Energy

Analyze Data and Develop Conclusions

Grades:

4-6

Unit:

Lesson Number:

Description:

Students have performed the investigation. They will now analyze their data, refer to their initial predictions, and develop their conclusions. Students will have the opportunity to discuss the usefulness of both quantitative and qualitative data forms,...

Energy Content:

Electrical Energy,

Solar Photovoltaic

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Learning Goal(s):

Students will analyze data from the solar boat races and develop conclusions. Students will write out their conclusions in a clear, articulate manner that demonstrates the usage of evidence from their own observations. Students will determine specific uses for quantitative vs. qualitative data in science experiments.

Pedagogy & Practice:

English Language Strategies

NGSS Science and Engineering Practices:

4: Analyzing and Interpreting Data,

5: Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking,

6: Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions,

8: Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information

Author:

Carol Patrick

Relevant NGSS PE:

5-PS2-1,

5-PS3-1,

5-LS2-1,

3-5-ETS1-1,

3-5-ETS1-2

Other Subjects Covered:

ELA: Writing,

ELA: Vocabulary Development,

Math: Measurement

Estimated Activity Length:

0 sec

Cost Effective Solar Cells: Solar Cell Manufacturing Field Trip and/or Guest Speaker

Grades:

9-12

Unit:

Cost Effective Solar Cells

Lesson Number:

Description:

This lesson is designed to be completed in two 80-minute sections. The teacher will facilitate a field trip to a nearby silicon manufacturing facility, solar panel manufacturing facility, or other semiconductor facility. These facilities often require...

Energy Content:

Circuitry,

Electrical Energy,

Electrical Grid (Transmission & Distribution),

Electricity and Magnetism,

Electricity Generation,

Electrons,

Energy Fundamentals,

Materials Science,

Solar Photovoltaic

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Learning Goal(s):

Students will visit a solar cell or silicon manufacturing facility and/or engage with guest speakers.Students will learn more detailed solar cell principles and manufacturing techniques involved in solar cell construction.

Pedagogy & Practice:

21st Century Skills Development

Author:

Tom Wolverton

Relevant NGSS PE:

HS-PS1-2,

HS-PS2-6,

HS-PS3-3

Estimated Activity Length:

3 hours