Understand the physics of power generation. Predict the environmental consequences of current electrical energy production on future generations. It s Electric and illustrate how a basic electrical generator works. Ask students to suggest alternative methods of power generation. Using magnets demonstrate positive and negative forces.
Students design a basic power generator.
Students research and build a very simple coil and magnet generator based on their design from the introductory activities. Demonstrate their generator to the rest of the class. Class discussion on alternative electrical power generation concentrating on primary and secondary producers.