Describes three case studies of the use of the Learning in Science Project (Energy) in New Zealand. Themes discussed include systems undergoing change, defining initial and final conditions, energy as a nonmaterial factor of change, forms of energy and conservation of energy. Mentions other issues and research. (CW)

Traces changes made in teaching about energy in science classes during the last 30 years. Emphasizes the need to better relate science to society and the environment. Outlines the general format and sample activities from the "Science in Society" project as an example. (DC)

Examines energy production, utilization, and resources within a three-phase framework of human history: (1) small human population and low energy utilization; (2) exponential growth and exploitation of fossil fuels; and (3) a return to a steady state of energy utilization. (SK)

This set of 25 instructional modules was produced by a group of industrial arts teacher educators, local teachers, and supervisors from eastern United States. Topic areas of these modules include: societal implications of the energy situation; awareness of energy terms, supply, and use; assessment of conventional and selected renewable alternative…

One of the challenges that face humanity is how to manage resource and environmental endowments in a way that will guarantee continued survival and ensure the well-being of future generations. Those resources most important to human survival are food, water, and energy. When the population of the world reached 5 billion in 1987, approximately 87…

This is the twenty-ninth in a set of 36 teacher guides to the Entrepreneurship Training modules and accompanies CE 031 086. The purpose of the module is to give students some idea of what it is to like to own and operate an energy specialist service. Following an overview are general notes on use of the module. Suggested steps for module use…

As one of four volumes in a K-12 series, this teaching guide contains classroom and outdoor activities pertaining to the environment and energy for tenth through twelfth grades. The guide was developed based upon the understanding that environmental education can serve as an instructional umbrella covering many topics (conservation, marine…

This Energy Conservation Curriculum, developed for the Texas Education Agency, is designed to be used for teaching energy conservation in secondary, postsecondary, or adult/continuing education courses. It consists of 11 modules for use in practical, hands-on vocational programs that equip students with the ability to identify, monitor, manage,…

This instructional unit is one of 10 developed by students on various energy-related areas that deals specifically with fossil fuels. Some topics covered are historic facts, development of fuels, history of oil production, current and future trends of the oil industry, refining fossil fuels, and environmental problems. Material in each unit may…

This instructional unit is one of 10 developed by students on various energy-related areas that deals specifically with lighting utilization. Its objective is for the student to be able to outline the development of lighting use and conservation and identify major types and operating characteristics of lamps used in electric lighting. Some topics…

This guide suggests approaches to energy education through a "total environmentalistic" approach which considers the numerous facets of energy issues. Nine segments comprise the guide including: (1) energy attitude survey; (2) energy activity worksheets; (3) energy conservation awareness checklist; (4) audio-visual examination of four…

This module is intended to assist students to evaluate how students in American high schools view their use of energy. Values clarification activities consider energy conservation and energy use habits. The activities are intended to cover one to two class periods and involve discussion, small group activities, and language arts. (Author/RE)

This module is intended to increase the students' comprehension of costs, in terms of money and in energy, involved in various modes of transportation. Four main inquiries are covered in the module: (1) money saved by car pooling to school; (2) reductions in fuel consumption possible without car pooling; (3) comparisons of inter-city and urban…

This module focuses on conservation measures to gain energy. Students are asked to list various conservation measures they can make at home and in their personal transportation; from these they determine the gain associated with each measure. The students are also asked to consider conservation measures in terms of effect on lifestyle. An optional…

Examines some of the reasons why energy education programs in Australia tend not to be tied closely with the environmental impacts of energy use. Highlights some of the difficulties facing the environmental education teacher who wishes to conduct a valid study of energy sources. (TW)