Lesson Plan

Solar Powered Calculator

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The perfect place to do one's math homework? Outside, of course. The third of seven lessons in the Understanding Science and Engineering unit focuses on solar energy. Learners investigate solar-powered calculators and discover how solar modules in the calculators help make them run.

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Have the class take apart an old solar-powered calculator to see its components
Classroom Considerations
  • Activity requires solar-powered calculators
  • Knowledge of solar modules is not necessary but would be helpful
Pros
  • Includes printable student handouts
  • Provides some educator background notes
Cons
  • None
Common Core