Instructional Video

Non-Renewable Energy Resources

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What is a fossil fuel and why is it important? The video explains fossil fuels as an energy source and how they may be harmful to the environment. Nuclear energy is an alternative with its own implications. 

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Instructional Ideas
  • Create a guided notes document for learners to complete as they watch the video
Classroom Considerations
  • Requires Internet access to view the YouTube video
  • Expects an understanding of the different types of energy and energy transfer
  • The video is the ninth in a 49-part series
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Although a short video, the explanations are thorough and clear
  • Images aid in the explanations and provide important examples related to the content
Cons
  • None
NGSS