Class Description
There is a world-wide movement towards energy sources that are a clean and renewable.
Scientist agree that there needs to be a shift in our thinking when it comes to our interaction with our world. Throughout this class we will explore our climate, the energy we use and how we can start a movement to make a positive impact in our community through solar power, a renewable energy source.
Our work will be based in answering this challenging question…
How can you help transform East Middle School into a renewable energy leader, specifically solar energy?
Learning Goals will include;
There is a world-wide movement towards energy sources that are a clean and renewable.
Scientist agree that there needs to be a shift in our thinking when it comes to our interaction with our world. Throughout this class we will explore our climate, the energy we use and how we can start a movement to make a positive impact in our community through solar power, a renewable energy source.
Our work will be based in answering this challenging question…
How can you help transform East Middle School into a renewable energy leader, specifically solar energy?
Learning Goals will include;
- Conversations about our changing climate.
- Grow in our understanding of renewable energy sources.
- Research and develop a plan to start a movement at East Middle School.
- Explore how to scale up the solar capturing process to lead East Middle School’s kickoff into harnessing the power of the sun.
Learning Goals
Climate Change Webquest
Climate Change Webquest
Links
Background on Climate Change - Procon.org
5,500 Schools Powered by Solar Power
Generation 180
6 Actions to Fight Climate Change - Active Sustainability
European Climate Foundation
CarbonBrief: Clear on Climate
Hundreds of students march in Paris for climate action - Fox News
Students Confront Dianne Feinstein over Green New Deal - New York Times
Background on Climate Change - Procon.org
5,500 Schools Powered by Solar Power
Generation 180
6 Actions to Fight Climate Change - Active Sustainability
European Climate Foundation
CarbonBrief: Clear on Climate
Hundreds of students march in Paris for climate action - Fox News
Students Confront Dianne Feinstein over Green New Deal - New York Times