6.1 Energize Me… the Alternative Way

At a glance

Learning objectives

• As a result of this unit the students will… Describe alternative energy sources utilized in the United States.
• As a result of this lesson the students will… Identify alternative energy sources.

Time required

Instruction time for this lesson: 45 minutes.

Grade level

Middle School

Materials

• Writing surface
• Transparencies and projector
• Self-adhesive flip chart paper (6 sheets) or use any large paper such as end roll paper and attach with tape
• MS.NR.6.1.TM.A – one per teacher (alternative energy definition)
• MS.NR.6.1.TM.B – one per teacher (terms and meanings)
• MS.NR.6.1.AS.A – one per student (notes page with blanks)
• MS.NR.6.1.AS.B – one section per student (alternative energy cards: cut apart)
• MS.NR.6.1.TM.C – one per teacher (category answers for alternative energy cards)
• MS.NR.6.1.TM.D – one per teacher (chart for Descartes e-Moment)
• Plain white copy paper – one sheet per student
• Assortment of markers
• MS.NR.6.1.ASSESS.A – one per student

Precepts

G. Physical Growth; G1. Practice healthy eating habits.

Key Terms

Alternative energy, Solar energy, Wind energy, Biomass energy, Geothermal energy, Hydroelectric energy, Tidal/wave energy

Lesson Number

MS.NR.6.1