How the World Works 2015 'Energy'

Transdisciplinary Theme:

An inquiry into the natural world and its laws; the interaction between the natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of scientific principles.

Central Idea:

Understanding the effects of energy can inform our choices.

Key Concepts:

Causation, Form Responsibility

Lines of Inquiry:

The different forms of energy and transformation. How people harness and use energy. Our personal responsibility when making energy choices.

Key Questions:

What are the forms of energy?What is energy transformation?
How do people harness/get energy?
How do we use energy?
What are the sources of energy?
What sources of energy are most efficient? 
How does energy impact the environment and society?
How can we make better energy choices?

Focus Learner Profiles:

Knowledgeable
Inquirers
Thinkers

Focus Attitudes:

Independance
creativity

Transdisciplinary skills:

Thinking Research