Energy Sources and Our Planet
Day 1:
1. You have been separated into groups depending on what groups’ angle you will be presenting. In your group make sure that you take a few moments to write down everyone’s names and email addresses so that you can communicate with them throughout the process of creating your presentation.
2. In your groups determine how you might split up your research based on the chart in your packet. Remember, you are working as a group, divide and conquer the information. Once you have determined who will research what for your group, write down the name of each person in the space provided.
3. Now that you have determined what you will be focusing in on today take the remainder of the class time to research your information using the links below. BE CAREFUL. Many of these sites contain bias, some are more obvious. This assignment will require you to think about who is writing the information and if they may have some motives about the information.
This site is a good resrouces for any RENEWABLE resource. Click on the resource on the top of the page and navigate though the drop down menus.
Wind Energy:
Solar Energy:
Coal Energy:
Natural Gas:
Hydroelectric:
Nuclear Energy:
4.Take the last 10 minutes of class to discuss your findings with your group and completely fill in your chart for day one.
Day 2:
1. Take a few minutes complete more independent research as a group. You should use this time to fill in any holes that you have from you first day of research. Remember, you must fill out the full chart on the packet for full credit.
2. Now that you have completed your reasearch, talk within your work group and determine what srouce of energy you think is best.
3. Once you have decided on an energy srouce, complete the next page on your packet with more detail about the energy source that your groupd decided on. Use the internet for research help.
Day 3:
1. Today you will be putting together your professional style presentation.
2. Fill out your role on the chart. It is important that you work well today since this will be your last day to work on it.
3. Watch the video below if you need some hints.
4.It is also suggested that you practice or script your PowerPoint.
The Process....
Each day you will have WebSites to explore and tasks to complete. Make sure you are completing your research packet as you move through the activities step by step.
****Remember: As you move through these tasks you have been given your point of view for the project, however, you may take a different stance if you are inclined****