Fossil Fuels: Understanding Non-Renewable Resources
In this one-time course, learners will engage with a geologist to understand the uses of non-renewable resources, where they come from, production versus consumption, and ways we are transitioning to other energy resources.
Judy Phillips
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(63)
What's included
1 live meeting
40 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
In this one-time course, learners will engage with a geologist to explore the world of fossil fuels. We will discuss the ways in which we use these non-renewable resources, gain an understanding of the advantages and disadvantages associated with their use, and learn about how and where they are found. Learners will model the method used to determine the presence and abundance of oil using modeling clay or playdough in this class. We will also discuss production versus consumption of these resources and make a visual representation by producing a graph for comparison. Learners will be engaged and encouraged to share ideas related to their own energy consumption in this class. Note: Although this is a one time class, it is highly encouraged that learners take the next one-time class on renewable resources where we will explore alternative energy sources.
Learning Goals
Learners will be able to explain how and where fossil fuels come from and will be able to compare the production versus consumption of these resources. Learners will also be able to understand the various uses of fossil fuels and the advantages and disadvantages associated with their use.
Other Details
Supply List
Please have your learner prepared with the following items for this class: 3 to 4 different colors of modeling clay or Playdough that you do not mind being mixed together one drinking straw scrap paper and colored pens or colored pencils
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
We will discuss and compare the data produced and maintained on the Department of Energy website as part of this lesson.
Joined June, 2021
5.0
63reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Science from University of West Georgia
As a geologist, I have experience working on both sides of this issue so I have the knowledge regarding the benefits and disadvantages to using non-renewable resources in our daily lives. This class does not focus on any political influence on either side. It is simply information given to allow the learner to gain a better understanding of what we have in place for energy at this time. There will be a second one-time class offered on renewable resources so that students who may choose to learn about both topics can have a basic knowledge of both to compare to each other. Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$16
per classMeets once
40 min
Completed by 24 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
3-9 learners per class
