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Social Studies Lesson: Nuclear Energy

Created by Teacher(s): Denise Linder|Published on: July 12, 2022
Lesson Plan Grades 9-12 Created by SubjectToClimate teachers

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In this lesson, students research nuclear energy and advocate for its expansion or contraction in order to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement. Students form policy proposals and compromise on the best path forward.


Step 1 - Inquire: Students discuss rising global temperatures.


Step 2 - Investigate: In groups, students research nuclear fission technology and form a policy proposal advocating for or against more nuclear energy.


Step 3 - Inspire: Students meet with another group to collaboratively design a future energy policy.

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Subjects: Civics
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Region: Global
Posted on Jul 12, 2022

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Denise Linder

9-12 Chemistry Teacher

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