Teaching About the Nuclear Power Controversy by Simulation.

Tanner, Thomas

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ERIC Number: EJ147229

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1976

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Teaching About the Nuclear Power Controversy by Simulation

Tanner, Thomas

Social Education, 40, 7, 588-9, Nov/Dec 76

Describes a simple simulation for teaching secondary students about nuclear power as a source of energy by having them role play various interest groups. Game rules, including division of class members into four interest groups, are described. The author suggests eight references that would be useful for the simulation. (Author/DB)

Descriptors: Class Activities, Decision Making Skills, Energy, Role Playing, Secondary Education, Simulation, Skill Development, Social Studies, Teaching Methods

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