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WebQuest Renewable Energy. Erin Miller EDU 505. Introduction. In the evolving world we are living in with oil becoming more expensive, people are coming up with and using different ways to create energy.
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WebQuestRenewable Energy Erin Miller EDU 505
Introduction • In the evolving world we are living in with oil becoming more expensive, people are coming up with and using different ways to create energy. • Throughout this Webquest you will explore many new alternative energies and the benefits they have on society.
Task • You will work with a partner • Choose one of the following alternative energies to research and share the findings with the class • Wind - Biomass • Solar - Fuel Cell • Geothermal • Hydroelectric
Process • On your quest answer the following questions on a PowerPoint presentation • Make sure to use your skills that you have previously learned when creating a PowerPoint • Use graphics to make the presentation more interesting • Answer ALL the questions asked • All group members must be active participants in collecting information and contributing to the final outcome of the quest.
Process • Name and define the alternative energy • Describe the process of how the energy is created/ stored. • Where are the ideal locations? • Is the energy source creating more jobs, list jobs. • Explain why this resource is better for the environment. • Include pictures/ visuals of your topic.
Resources • You should have at least 4 resources. • Here are some to get you started but you are not limited to these resources. • Altenergy • Alt Energy News • Alternative energy • National Geographic Video • Energy Refuge
Evaluation • You and your partner will be evaluated based on the rubric on the next page. • It is important during presentations you remember to be respectful of the people that are presenting.
Conclusion • After all of the presentations you should have gained a new knowledge of renewable resources and how they are helping out our environment! • What was your favorite renewable resource that you would incorporate into your life?