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I was going to write a joke about oil, but it seemed crude. This lesson starts with a comparison of where the US gets oil from and how that has changed over time. After analyzing the data, scholars create a graph and use the Internet to find information specific to their state or region. This is the sixth in a series of eight lessons.
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Instructional Ideas
- Create a crossword puzzle to help review vocabulary
- Research how much oil remains in various oil fields
Classroom Considerations
- Prior knowledge of how to extrapolate curves on a graph is required
Pros
- Many math connections are included
- Handout is an excellent source for information
Cons
- Answer key is not provided
- Document permissions do not allow for printing