Will Wind Work? - lesson plan 11-14s
- 11-14s
- Energy
Discover what wind energy could do for your school in this lesson plan.
Discover the mechanics of a wind turbine and consider the benefits of this energy source. Carry out a school survey, collect data and evaluate it to see if there is a potential site for a wind turbine. Explore opportunities in the local community for fundraising and awareness events.
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Science
Working scientifically
Pupils should be taught to make systematic and careful observations and, where appropriate, take accurate measurements using standard units, using a range of equipment, including thermometers and data loggers.
Computing
Pupils should be taught to:
Art & Design
Pupils should be taught to create sketch books to record their observations and use them to review and revisit ideas.
Health Education
Social Health (Level C/D)
Personal and Social Development
Personal development
Statement – Self esteem
Social Development
Expressive Arts
Art and Design
Environmental Studies
Social Subjects
Science
Scientific Enquiry
3.1 – 3.4, 3.8, 3.10 – 3.11
Art
Making
2.1 – 2.3
Information Technology
Communicating and Handling Information
1.1 – 1.4
Personal and Social Education
Environmental Aspect
Learning for Life and Work
Personal Development
Pupils should be informed about:
The Arts
Art and Design
Pupils should be enabled to:
The World Around Us
Geography
Pupils should be informed about some of the ways people affect/conserve the environment both locally and globally.
Learning for Life and Work
Personal Development
Pupils should be informed about playing an active and meaningful part in the life of the community and be concerned about the wider environment.
Language and Literacy
Writing
Pupils should be informed about using ICT to create, organise, refine and present ideas combining text, sound, or graphics, for example, create an electronic presentation.