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SUMMARY
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length: 2:16 min.
Selected for the CLEAN Collection. This video provides a simple introduction to wind turbines and how they generate electricity.
ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION AND TEACHING MATERIALS
Watch >> Energy 101: Wind Turbines
TEACHING NOTES / CONTEXT FOR USE
- Can be used in conjunction with this Teachers' Domain activity:http://cleanet.org/resources/41889.html
About the Science
- While this video covers the basics of wind energy technology, there is no discussion of social, environmental, and economic impacts of wind turbines.
- Passed initial science review - expert science review pending.
About the Pedagogy
- This video can be used to complement other wind and renewable energy activities.
Technical Details/Ease of Use
- Excellent visual and audio quality. Easy to access and use.
- While there is no specific guide for educators, background information and more videos can be found on the website:http://www1.eere.energy.gov/windandhydro/wind_technologies.html
ASSESSMENT
Assessment is at the discretion of the educator as to how the resource is used.
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