Astronauts would be lost without solar energy. A video lesson straight from the International Space Station describes how solar energy keeps the station running. Learners then complete an activity that explores the availability of solar energy where they live. The lesson is part of a larger STEM on Station series.

Concepts

solar energy, solar cells, solar panels, the international space station

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Assign different locations to each group to create a unique exploration for each

Classroom Considerations

• Expects a basic understanding of solar energy
• Provide pupils with devices with Internet access to use to complete the activity

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Provides a link to additional resources on the topic
• Includes a video to use as a motivational opener

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.6.2 SL.7.2 SL.8.2 SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.6-8.7 RST.9-10.7 RST.11-12.7