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What are the benefits and costs of our energy consumption?
What are the benefits and costs of our energy consumption?
Learning Goals: I can…
- Explain the difference between renewable and non renewable resources
- Discuss the pros and cons of each kind of resource
Standards: ES.6 The student will investigate and understand that resource use is complex. Key ideas include
a) global resource use has environmental liabilities and benefits;
b) availability, renewal rates, and economic effects are considerations when using resources;
c) use of Virginia resources has an effect on the environment and the economy; and
d) all energy sources have environmental and economic effects.
As you work through the lesson, and do your debates, I will be available to assist you in a number of ways. If you have any questions, you can email me or text me on Remind.com. You will also be checking in with me at various points throughout the lesson and getting feedback from me as to whether or not you are on the right track, If you have any questions, or are confused about anything, please do not hesitate to reach out to me!
If you’re having trouble with the technology we’re using, please do the following (in this order)
- Make sure you’re using Chrome as your web browser
- Close it/reopen it and or turn it off and turn it back on
- Search Youtube and/or google for the problem you’re having
- Ask a classmate
- Ask me
Renewable Resource Cartoon, image located here
Explore: Renewable and Non Renewable Resources
Explore: Renewable and Non Renewable Resources
1. Watch the two videos below.
2. Fill out this graphic organizer using what you have learned from the videos. You will need to make a copy for yourself to type on. You can get additional information needed by doing your own research. Remember to follow the Copyright and Fair Use rules for this class!
3. Turn in your completed work on Google Classroom.
Stop sign image found here
Have a teacher look over your graphic organizer to make sure you are on the right track!
Explain: Which Resource is Best for Virginia?
Explain: Which Resource is Best for Virginia?
Virginia Seal image located here
4. Write a blog post on your blogger account explaining which resource you think is best for Virginia moving forward. This post should take the form of a persuasive essay of at least 500 words, and include facts to support your case which you found in your research. Make sure to follow our Social Media Use Guidelines, and of course Copyright and Fair Use. The seal is watching! (But which one?)
Harbor Seal image located here
5. Make an appointment with a teacher to have the debate.
Extend: Defend Your Position!
Extend: Defend Your Position!
6. Prepare your first speech of the debate. You will have to speak for 3 to 4 minutes on why your natural resource is the best choice for Virginia. Remember to include facts from your research that support your argument. Whether you go first or second, you should only mention your own arguments, not anything about your opponent. You will have a chance to address his or her arguments in your rebuttal. Here is what will happen:
- Debater 1: 3-4 minute speech about why his/her resource is best. No mentioning the other side!
- Debater 2: 3-4 minute speech about why his/her resource is best. No mentioning the other side!
- Debater 1: 1-2 minute rebuttal. You can respond to your opponent's claims, and repeat your own.
- Debater 2: 1-2 minute rebuttal. You can respond to your opponent's claims, and repeat your own.
It's probably a good idea to do a little research on your opponent's resource when you schedule the debate, so you know how to respond.
You will be graded on three things for this debate:
- Poise: Do you speak clearly? Are you making good eye contact?
- Arguments: Are your arguments clear? Do they make sense?
- Facts: Are you citing good research to support your case?
"Debate" image located here
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