Energy Lesson 2 : Michigan's Energy Resource Mix

Students use pictures, graphs, and a map to identify the kinds of energy we use in Michigan, differentiate between renewable and non-renewable energy resources, and identify the sources of Michigan’s energy resources.

Students answer these essential questions: What is the difference between renewable and non-renewable energy resources? Which energy resources does Michigan use? Where does Michigan get its energy resources and how are they transported?

Subject/Target Grade

Science and Social Studies/ Middle School (7-9)

Duration

45 minutes – Classroom setting

Materials

per class

• computer and computer projector (optional)

• overhead projector

• Renewable and Non-renewable Energy Resources Used in Michigan (transparency master)

• Renewable and Non-renewable Energy Resources Used in Michigan (answer key)

• Michigan Energy Resources Unit Poster

• Michigan and U.S. Consumption of Energy Resources, 2010 (transparency master)

• Natural Gas PowerPoint (optional)

• U.S. Energy Consumption by Source, 1635-2010 (transparency master)

• Heating Use, Transportation Use, Electricity Use (transparency masters)

• Electricity Generation map

per small group

• Michigan Energy Resources Picture Cards

per student

• Renewable and Non-renewable Energy Resources Used in Michigan (student activity)

• Michigan and U.S. Consumption of Energy Resources, 2010 (student resource)