Lesson Plans and Activities
Lesson Plans - Topic: Energy/Energy Efficiency
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A Child's Desk Lamp
coke light.doc
Size: 801 K
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Consumer Decisions Energy
Consumer Decisions Energy 1e.doc
Size: 128 K
These activities will help pupils understand the wider consequences of energy consumption, by looking at where our energy comes from, how we use the various forms of energy and the relative costs. It examines what the potential impact of our energy consumption is on the individual consumer, other people in the world and the environment.
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Government Intervention in the Market for Oil
Government intervention in the market for oil 2.doc
Size: 144 K
This lesson plan illustrates the importance of oil to the world economy. It also outlines the reasons for government intervention in the oil market. The lesson was designed for AVCE Business students but it could easily be used with GCSE or AS Economics students.
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The Market for Oil
The market for oi1 2.doc
Size: 186 K
This lesson illustrates the factors which influence the demand and supply of oil. The lesson was designed for AVCE Business students but it could easily be used with GCSE or AS Economics students.
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Using and Conserving Energy
Using and Conserving Energy.doc
Size: 146 K
These activities are designed to get students thinking about the issues around energy needs, use and conservation. It will allow them to consider how consumers can make a difference to energy consumption. It also explores alternative sources of energy in the home. This could be linked to living independently, and how they might manage their own fuel costs.
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In this Module, Year 9 pupils design and manufacture a child's desk light using a miniature soft drinks can. This module covers elements such as design, communication, manufacturing and energy and control.