This unit begins the first day of class and allows students time to
complete an autobiography page
learn shop procedures and safety practices
Students will be introduced to the course themes and objectives.
The students will be able to…
Describe how energy use has changed through human history
Analyze data from DBQs related to energy supply and demand (i.e. calculate, describe patterns, make inferences).For example, compare and contrast the percentages of different energy sources available and used by the United States and by nations around the world
Discuss the relationships among the following societal variables as they relate to energy supply and demand…
production and consumption of goods
national/personal health, wealth, and prosperity
the use and development of technology
the human impact on the environment
geography, natural resources, and climate
education, lifestyles, and cultural mores
economic equality or wealth distribution
political stability and national defense
the use of renewable vs. nonrenewable energy
Summarize the concept of Energy Justice and relate this to the Great Energy Challenge (nationalgeographic.com).
State 5 keys to our sustainable future. (4Rs, renewable energy, minimize environmental impact, think globally/act locally, 1 person can make a difference, education, etc...).
