Renewable Energy: Solar, Hydro, and Wind Power
In this one-time class, learners will engage with a geologist to explore how renewable energy sources are created and used and the complexity of transitioning from non-renewable resources to renewable resources for energy needs.
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 renewable resources. Specifically, we will discuss solar, hydro, and wind power as sustainable energy sources and the advantages and disadvantages of each source. Learners will gain an understanding of how each source of energy is created and the complexity involved in its creation. We will also compare renewable energy resource production and consumption to that of fossil fuel (non-renewable) production and consumption. Learners will be encouraged to participate via question and answer and discussion as we navigate through our lecture. Although it is not required, it is recommended that learners enroll in the course on non-renewable energy first so that they can understand the complexity involved in the transition into renewable energy and the ways that scientists and engineers approach this while maintaining our lives.
Learning Goals
Learners will be able to describe solar, hydro, and wind energy and how they are each created.
Learners will understand the difference between non-renewable energy and renewable energy.
Learners will be able to give examples of renewable energy sources in daily life.
Learners will be able to identify advantages and disadvantages of renewable energy.
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
We will refer to the U.S. Department of Energy website for this class.
Joined June, 2021
5.0
63reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Science from University of West Georgia
As a geologist, I am able to give learners the ability to understand how we use our resources and ways in which they may be able to make changes to their lives and incorporate sensible and reasonable choices in the area of energy usage.
This is not a politically motivated class and adheres to providing information for each learner so that they are able to make educated decisions in their lives. It is a class based on information. Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$16
per classMeets once
40 min
Completed by 32 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
3-9 learners per class
