Grade: 5th grade
Subject: Science
Topic: Alternative Energy
Description: Students research alternative energy sources and create presentations showcasing some of the advantages and disadvantages each form of alternative energy. They collaborate using Google Slides comparing the differences they noticed. With scientists like this, we can find renewable sources of energy.
Science TEK: 5.7C Identify alternative energy resources such as wind, solar, hydroelectric, geothermal, and biofuels
Technology TEK:
(1) Creativity and innovation (A) create original products using a variety of resources; (B) analyze trends and forecast possibilities, developing steps for the creation of an innovative process or product; and (C) use virtual environments to explore systems and issues. (2) Communication and collaboration (A) draft, edit, and publish products in different media individually and collaboratively; (B) use font attributes, color, white space, and graphics to ensure that products are appropriate for multiple communication media, including monitor display, web, and print; (C) collaborate effectively through personal learning communities and social environments; (D) select and use appropriate collaboration tools; (E) evaluate the product for relevance to the assignment or task; and (F) perform basic software application functions, including opening applications and creating, modifying, printing, and saving files.
4Cs: Collaboration, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Communication
Resources:
- Alternative Resources–These girls used simple graphics to enhance their message.
- Alternative Resources 2 Check out the informational videos these girls figured out how to incorporate!
- Alternative Resources 3 These researchers used simple backgrounds to showcase their message. Consistency helps convey ideas.
- Fossil Fuels are Old News Real photos in the background help showcase each type of renewable resource. They used excellent design principles.
Device Type: Chromebook, Laptop, iPad
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