Introduction
You are going to be learning all about the Forms of Energy.
Energy is involved in all physical processes and is a unifying concept in many areas of science. Energy exists in many forms and has the ability to do work or cause a change.
Task
Your job is to learn about the six forms of energy.
Research how energy works and what cause to change it.
Define each form of energy and give examples.
Share your findings with your classmates.
Process
Follow these steps to complete your work:
1. Read and Learn
- Read and learn how energy works.
- Write down what you understand for energy.
2. Watch and Observe
- Watch the video: Brainpop- Forms of energy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=baKVX_ADwuk - Write down what forms of energy you are familiar with it.
3. Answer each question on the worksheet. Use the passage to help you to complete the details for each energy form.
Evaluation
| Criteria | Excellent (10 pts) | Good (8 pts) | Need work (5 pts) |
| Content |
All facts are correct with accurate details |
Mostly correct with minor errors |
Many inaccuracies, missing facts |
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Creativity and presentation |
Engaging, creative, and well-designed presentation |
Interesting presentation but average engaging |
Litle effort, poorly organized |
| Action Plan |
Clear, realistic, and include examples |
Contain strategies but needs more details |
Vague or unrealistic examples |
Conclusion
Congratulations! You have successfully investigated the forms of energy and share your knowledge in a creative way. Now you understand how energy is created, and you are able to recognize its different forms. Now that you know the forms of energy, you can see them anywhere. Look around in your house or outside and identify them. Reflect on what you have learn:
What is the most common energy?
How and why would you use that energy?