Unit 6: Group Decision-making

Summary

In this unit, students are introduced to essential concepts related to decision-making in the context of issues related to the implementation of renewable energy systems. They explore how to implement realistic solutions that integrate relevant facts with the values of community stakeholders. They practice gathering facts through research and experimentation, as well as evaluating credible sources. Students envision how energy systems will impact our lives in the future with scenario planning when they consider various possible futures that could be affected by a decision. They explore methods of decision analysis to help them carefully consider the facts and the values related to the decision. Students learn about the importance of compromise in making group decisions.

Unit Driving Question

How can people make decisions, such as those related to renewable energy, that integrate facts and consider the values of stakeholders?

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Activities

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Teacher Edition

For each activity there is a teacher edition and a student book. The teacher edition is designed to support teachers in fostering student learning over the entire unit. Some of the information provided pertains to day-to-day instructional management: how to prepare the classroom, what materials are needed, sample student responses, and how to modify materials for diverse learners.

Teacher edition, Unit 6: Group Decision-making (13 Mb)

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Student Book

Each unit requires students to interact with specific key concepts, process skills and thinking tools through various learning experiences. The student book has a deliberate structure that provides support for student learning, regardless of activity type.

Student book, Unit 6: Group Decision-making (23 Mb)

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