Renewable sources of energy investigation worksheet

Topic

Energy

Environment

Type of Resource

Worksheet

Year Level

Years 7-10

Subject

Geography

Science

SOSE

Sector

Energy & Renewables

Resources for

Students & Teachers

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Australian Curriculum Content Statements

Introduction

This is a worksheet consisting of a blank data table designed for students to record information resulting from their research into renewable energy resources. It specifies the types of energy resources to be investigated and suggests topics for research focus.

Educational value statement

  • Can be used across many year levels
  • Can be downloaded as a PDF file.

Key learning objectives

  • Students summarise data on alternative energy from secondary sources
  • Students describe how energy from a variety of sources can be used to generate electricity.
  • Students explain what is meant by the term ‘renewable’ in relation to the Earth’s resources.

Strands

  • Science Understanding: Earth and space sciences; Physical sciences
  • Science Inquiry Skills: Processing and analysing data and information
  • (Geographical knowledge and understanding: Environment).