Energy · JHS2 Science

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B8.4.1.2.2 - Demonstrate how to manage sources of renewable energy sustainably.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Describe the stages involved in sustainably managing renewable energy sources, from harvesting to disposal or recycling.
Identify and explain at least three challenges associated with managing solar, wind, hydro, and biomass energy in Ghana.
Create a table that matches each renewable energy source with its management challenges and a practical solution.
Demonstrate a sustainable management practice for a renewable energy source using a simple hands-on activity.
Evaluate the sustainability of a renewable energy practice in their own community and suggest one improvement.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Forces and Energy (Strand 4)
Sub-strand: Energy (4.1)
Content standard: B8.4.1.2 - Show an understanding of the sources of renewable energy and how to manage these sources in a sustainable manner
Indicator: B8.4.1.2.2 - Demonstrate how to manage sources of renewable energy sustainably.
Suggested placement: Term 2, Week 8 (Week 20 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: Science, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 70
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. Research about information on the stages involved in managing renewable energy sources.
2. Create a table to describe challenges associated with the management of different sources of renewable energy.