Audience
Educators
Grade Levels
Grades 9-12
Subject
Mathematics, Physical Science, Technology, Measurement and Data Analysis, Energy, Solar System and Planets, Sun, Satellites
Type
Lesson Plans / Activities
Students explore the benefits of renewable energy and analyze data on solar energy to determine cost-effectiveness and optimum locations for a solar collector.
In this lesson, students will:
- Access data and import it into a spreadsheet.
- Model solar energy received at multiple latitudes under various conditions.
- Compare cost-effectiveness of solar panel installations of various sizes.
- Identify appropriate uses and locations for a solar collector.
- Explain how using solar energy can benefit society.
Next Generation Science Standards: HS-ESS2-4, HS-ETS1-2
Common Core State Standards: HSN.Q.A.1, HSS.IC.B.4, HSS.ID.A, HSS.ID.B, HSS.ID.B.6.A