- Geothermal Energy: A Comprehensive Overview
Summary:
Students examine how geothermal energy provides sustainable solutions for human needs, and what factors affect how it is accessed and applied.
Learning Objectives:
Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:
1. Define geothermal energy, and identify its source within Earth’s structure.
2. Describe how geothermal energy is harnessed and utilized.
3. Discuss the practical applications of geothermal energy.
Standards:
NGSS Performance Expectations:
HS-ESS2-3
CEWD ENR Content Standards (Secondary):
CE.01.03.01.b
RE.01.03.01.a
RE.01.03.01.b
Indiana NLPS Competency Domains:
5229.D4.1
5229.D4.2
5229.D4.5
5229.D9.3
5229.D9.4
- Geothermal Energy Applications
Summary:
Students explore how geothermal energy powers both engineered systems and natural phenomena, and what makes it a practical option for heating, cooling, and sustainability.
Lesson Objectives:
Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:
1. Describe how a geothermal system operates to heat and cool a residence.
2. Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of using geothermal energy in residential and commercial settings.
3. Identify and explain natural phenomena that illustrate geothermal activity.
Standards:
NGSS Performance Expectations:
HS-ESS2-3
CEWD ENR Content Standards (Secondary):
CE.01.02.01.b
CE.01.03.01.a
RE.01.03.02.b
Indiana NLPS Competency Domains:
5229.D4.3
5229.D4.4
5229.D4.6
5229.D7.3
5229.D9.2