Guide Entry to 24.04.04
Solar power has a lot of potential for growth because it is an efficient renewable energy source and is better for the environment than conventional power. This unit is designed for middle school students and is intended to get students interested in thinking about the future of renewable energy and creative ways we can collect solar power and use it in our everyday lives. Humans use a lot of energy and most of that energy is created using fossil fuels. It is predicted that the number one problem humanity will face in the next 50 years is an energy crisis. This problem will require advancements in renewable energy technologies and a shift to green energy production. Scientists and engineers are already innovating ways of producing green energy and storing energy produced from renewable sources. This unit includes a hands-on activity using solar cells. Students will build a solar powered car using a toy kit and then race the solar powered cars outside.
(Developed for Gifted and Talented, grades 6-8; recommended for Science and Language Arts, grades 6-8)
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