8th+Lesson+-+Renewable+Energy+Sources

~Chelsea Schenz //**Essential Standard: 8.P.2** Explain the enviornmental implications associated with the various methos of obtaining, managing and using energy resources.//
 * Title: Renewable Energy Sources (2 days)**

//Learning Target: I can explain the implications of the depletion of renewable and nonrenewable energy resrouces and the importance of conservation.//

//Criteria for Success: I will explore a renewable energy source in Literacy circles and give and summarize my finding to the class.//

Energy Resources Articles for model (Thank you Mr. Adams) Construction paper 1 laptop per group
 * Materials**

The teacher will make a T-chart and will place them into two different groups with no headings.
 * Engage:** Name as many sources of energy that you can think of. (5-10 min)

Which of these resources do you think we use the most? (Non-Renewable Label and Reveal) Which ones are best for the enviornment? (Renewable)

We are very dependent on a lot of non-renewable resources. Discuss the consequences of Hurricane Sandy in NY on gas distribution and electricity.

Vocabulary - Fossil Fuel, Obtain, Renewable, Non-Renewable, Discuss where coal comes from. Discuss where petroleum and natural gas come from.
 * Explain**


 * Explore**

Students will be placed into Literacy Groups and the of each member will be explained. Students will read through their article together as a group.


 * Discussion Director:** Will list at least 4 questions that he/she finds relevant to the reading to guide group discussion after reading.


 * Vocabulary Expert:** Highlights important vocabulary terms and ones the group may not recognize. May use computer to find words or topics that may not be in the textbook.


 * Summarizer:** Summarize in 3-5 sentences the main idea/points about their energy source to be presented to the class. Remind students that they are teaching it to their classmates who have not read the article.


 * Webmaster:** In charge of making sure the graphic organizer is complete. My use computer to fill in information that is needed beyond the article.

Then students will complete all needed portions for their group presentation. First read through together, discuss, and make sure all vocabulary is addressed. (15 min) Second-prepare the summary and graphic organizer together. (15-20 min)

Students will present their energy resource to the class. About 2-3 minutes per group. The class will discuss the energy resources as a whole.
 * Elaborate (20-25 min)**

Why do you think renewable energy resources are not used as much as some nonrenewable energy resources right now?

What are the benefits of these resources?

Which energy resources do you forsee being used in the future?

Students will evaluate group members and themselves on their participation. Quick Write: Summarize what you have learned today.
 * Evaluate (5-10 min)**