Phoenix Reimagined: From Sun City to Solar City
by Priti Mehta
Lesson "Phoenix Reimagined: From Sun City to Solar City" ensures that students engage in age-appropriate, hands-on learning experiences that promote understanding of solar energy and its applications. Students design and build a model city powered by the sun! They learn about the benefits of solar power, and how architectural and building engineers integrate photovoltaic panels into the design of buildings. This lesson plan encourages students to think critically about sustainable urban design and the integration of renewable energy sources while meeting Arizona Science Standards.
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https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1X2cKQFcels-qVEHsx0I2sLgDtGGrAeRi/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P4: Energy Transfer Earth and Space Science E1: Earth Systems Technology 1. Empowered Learner 2. Digital Citizen 3. Knowledge Constructor 4. Innovative Designer 7. Global Collaborator Engineering S2: Apply the Engineering Design Process S3: Apply Mathematics to Engineering S4: Apply Science to Engineering Mathematics Geometry (G) Ratio and Proportion (RP) English Language Arts (ELA) Reading (Informational Text)Related Content
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