How the World Works

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; the impact of scientific and technological advances on society and on the environment.

Central Idea:

Human ability to harness energy impacts society and the environment

Lines of Inquiry:

Relationship between matter and energy (connection)
Energy can be converted and transformed from one form to another for a purpose (function)
Responsible production and consumption of energy (responsibility)

Websites:

Videos:

Wonder About Weather [ Video ]
Learning the Address Climate Change [ Video ]

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