Wind, wave and tidal power learning journey

The Wind, wave and tidal learning journey is for learning and teaching relating to  the learning context of renewables. 

A Scottish island, such as Eigg, and their quest to use only renewable energy to generate electricity could be used to contextualise the learning. 

In this journey, learners build up knowledge and skills through a curriculum focus on technologies. Lessons give learners experiences and opportunities to develop their understanding of the implications for society of using renewable sources as a way of harnessing energy and opportunities to plan, design, make, test and adapt working models. This learning context provides rich opportunities for planning for interdisciplinary learning with other departments such as sciences and geography.

There are rich opportunities to work with partners in this journey by inviting in a STEM ambassador or someone from a local business to help learners gain insights into the world of work.

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Acknowledgement

This resource has been adapted with the kind permission of David Barlex, Director of Nuffield Design and Technology, Senior Lecturer in Education at the School of Sport and Education, Brunel University, and STEM Advisor to the Design and Technology Association.

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By applying my knowledge and skills of science and mathematics, I can engineer 3D objects which demonstrate strengthening, energy transfer and movement.

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When listening and talking with others for different purposes, I can:

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