compact flourescent bulb

Energy Alternatives
a Problem-Based Learning Project about Energy and its conservation

led bulb

Examples of a research worksheet: If you were -

Buying a bike:

Writing a biography about a person

What is the cost?

Is it in stock?

Cost of shipping it?

List the accessories:

What color(s) are available?

How heavy is it?

How long is the warranty?

What materials is it made of? aluminum / plastic / cardboard / glass

Street use / off road / multiple riders

Was it made in the USA?

reviews/ratings if available

Born date / place

Parents names / siblings names

Places they lived as child

Went to school(s)

Occupation

Awards earned

Important events in their life

Married or single

Had children?

Date of Death / where buried

Museum or monuments to them

Hey! You forgot to tell us what we should be looking for regarding alternative energy and energy conservation!

That is where you come in. Think about it.

For example: What keywords can you think of that relate to energy?

As you research, you will find out what you want to know. Use your newly found knowledge to learn
even more about the subject or the problem.

For example: You noticed a new kind of light fixture is being installed at school. It does not appear to have a big glass light bulb. What is it?

Learn how to research elementary | middle school & high school

Helpful online energy and alternative energy resources

Introduction
Plan 2
What you do not know 4
Worksheet examples 5
Project examples 6
Compare and Contrast 2 Methods of Conserving Energy
Energy Light bulbs compare/contrast Activity
Energy Alternatives Exploration activity

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