Passive Solar Houses
by Maggie Fernando
Students learn about passive solar energy and design and build a model of a passive solar house.
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https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1VQi2-UpynaCk4Leev2Cn9RLtr7wEBPlYX0XdurN…Subject Area
Technology 1. Empowered Learner 3. Knowledge Constructor 4. Innovative Designer Engineering S3: Apply Mathematics to Engineering S4: Apply Science to Engineering S5: Apply Technology to Engineering S6: Apply Communications to Engineering S7: Apply Project Management to Engineering Mathematics Geometry (G) English Language Arts (ELA) Reading (Informational Text) Speaking & Listening
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