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Understanding Electricity Mix Tradeoffs Lesson PlanUnderstanding Electricity Mix Tradeoffs Lesson Plan
Publisher
Carnegie Mellon University
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Duration
2 hrs
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Year
2013
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Understanding Electricity Mix Tradeoffs

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Use the accompanying presentation and colorful technology sheets to introduce your class to the 10 different energy technologies. Connect kids to an interactive computer tool that allows them to combine different types of power generation and find out how it will affect emissions and costs. A great way to address Next Generation Science Standards HS-ETS1-1 and HS-ETS1-4.

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Concepts

power plants

Additional Tags

stem, power plant, electicity generation, science

Pros

  • Meets Next Generation Science Standards
  • Computer simulation is engaging
  • Increases awareness of different types of electricity generation and their environmental impacts
  • PowerPoint slides and attractive handouts provided

Cons

  • None

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