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6th - 9th
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Moja Island

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Did you know that 1.3 billion people live without any form of electricity? Discover an array of possible renewable energy options by taking a trip to Moja Island, an online learning resource that will equip you and your learners with an informative PowerPoint presentation, worksheets, fact cards, and much more.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

renewable energy sources, renewable resources, wind energy, solar energy, sustainability, sustainable development, islands

Additional Tags

social studies

Instructional Ideas

  • As an extension assignment, have pupils research the types of renewable energy options that are being utilized in their own communities

Classroom Considerations

  • Before beginning this activity, pupils should have some background knowledge regarding renewable energy sources (e.g. wind power, solar power, etc.) and the advantage to these types of energy sources

Pros

  • Important, relevant lesson for the world we live in today
  • Exceptionally designed materials

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RI.6.1 RI.6.7 RI.7.1 RI.7.7 RI.8.1 RI.8.7 RI.9-10.1 RI.9-10.7 RST.6-8.7 RST.9-10.7

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