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Download full textConservation and Renewable Energy Inquiry and Referral Service (DOE), Silver Spring, MD. – 1985
This booklet provides an introduction to solar energy by discussing: (1) how a home is heated; (2) how solar energy can help in the heating process; (3) the characteristics of passive solar houses; (4) the characteristics of active solar houses; (5) how solar heat is stored; and (6) other uses of solar energy. Also provided are 10 questions to…
Descriptors: Alternative Energy Sources, Energy Education, Heating, Intermediate Grades
Conservation and Renewable Energy Inquiry and Referral Service (DOE), Silver Spring, MD. – 1985
The design of any solar heating system is influenced heavily by climate; in this bulletin, information on climate as related to solar heating is as related to solar heating is provided. Topics discussed include: (1) solar radiation; (2) degree days; (3) climate and calculations which make use of solar radiation and degree days; and (4)…
Descriptors: Alternative Energy Sources, Climate, Energy Education, Heating
Conservation and Renewable Energy Inquiry and Referral Service (DOE), Silver Spring, MD. – 1985
An introduction to geothermal energy is provided in this discussion of: (1) how a geothermal reservoir works; (2) how to find geothermal energy; (3) where it is located; (4) electric power generation using geothermal energy; (5) use of geothermal energy as a direct source of heat; (6) geopressured reservoirs; (7) environmental effects; (8)…
Descriptors: Alternative Energy Sources, Electricity, Energy, Energy Education
Adelson, Joseph – American Educator: The Professional Journal of the American Federation of Teachers, 1982
Interviewed American, British, and German young people about their ideas regarding numerous political, social, and moral issues. Discusses the children's conceptions of community and of law, the growth of principles, and their understanding of human psychology and social reality. (Author/GC)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Children, Community, Intermediate Grades
Conservation and Renewable Energy Inquiry and Referral Service (DOE), Silver Spring, MD. – 1985
This booklet provides an introduction to renewable energy, discussing: (1) the production of electricity from sunlight; (2) wind power; (3) hydroelectric power; (4) geothermal energy; and (5) biomass. Also provided are nine questions to answer (based on the readings), four additional questions to answer (which require additional information), and…
Descriptors: Alternative Energy Sources, Electricity, Energy, Energy Education
Peer reviewedMassey-Stokes, Marilyn S. – Clearing House, 2000
Discusses unhealthy dieting behaviors that can lead to eating disorders during adolescence. Outlines ways middle school and high school teachers and administrators can aid in the prevention of disordered eating among adolescents. Lists resources for eating disorders awareness and prevention. (SR)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Dietetics, Eating Disorders, Eating Habits
Peters, Donald L. – 1991
This book targeted especially to those who counsel middle-school through high school students, shares experiences, concepts, happenings, and anecdotes of a school counselor. Concepts are presented for those interested in developing functional orientations in the area of helping relationships. The first chapter discusses the concept of help and…
Descriptors: Counseling Objectives, Counseling Techniques, Counselor Role, Helping Relationship
