“Help students explore how electrical energy arrives at its final destination, as well as introduce alternative sources of energy. Each student will construct a model home from the pattern provided. The students will then assemble a simple LED and resistor Read more
Students will be working with an article that contains maps of China and the United States in which a similar area of solar radiation is compared. Students will be using the graphs, charts, and maps to construct comparison maps of Read more
These lessons are focused on the importance of engineering, based on climate trends and the need to focus on energy. The first lesson introduces correlations, and the math concepts continue on to linear fit/trend lines. To make a relevant assessment, Read more
In this activity, students will explore how various changes to the design of a wind turbine will change the efficiency. Students will learn the basics of how electricity is generated by wind and how shape and texture can vary the Read more
Students will use their knowledge of how to measure angles to determine which angle of a solar panel will absorb the most light. They will conduct an experiment that will simulate solar panels absorbing sunlight at various angles between 0˚ Read more
Activities centered on chemical processes include: Photovoltaic Energy Transfer Hydrogen Production from Renewable Energy Fe-Ni Battery (Edison Battery) RET Presentation
This lesson will introduce the student to engineering and computer programming. Students will program a game to illustrate the power grid, and create a simulation of some sort of alternative fuel. They will introduce their game/simulation in a conference style presentation. RET Lesson Plan Grade 8
The principles of STEM are introduced along with various concepts such as electricity. The first lab is focused on Faraday’s Law and reviews the main principles of engineering. RET Lesson Plan Grade 6
This lesson will introduce the student to electrical engineering and robotics. Students will build two power stations utilizing NXT robotics. They will also conduct labs using the robots and complete online simulations. RET Lesson Plan Grade 7