We are trialling a new style of homework called J2i (Journey to Independence). Pupils are given 4 weeks to produce their final piece of work, and can do it pretty much any way they like. Pupils are amazing us with what they produce! This project lets them research energy loss at home and ways of insulating the home. Also looks at using renewable energy. Kids made models, videos, posters etc. Fab!!
1Design the Ultimate Energy Efficient House!!Year 9 J2i Independent Study Project2All houses lose heat energy, but how can we slow this down?3We can make electricity for our homes by burning fossil fuels, but what are the alternatives?4Why do we need to reduce the amount of fossil fuels we are burning?5How can we warm our houses without burning fossil fuels?6What energy efficient electrical appliances would you use at home?7Your Task: Your task is to design the ultimate energy efficient house. Use your knowledge of energy, electricity and the environment to help design features that will reduce energy loss and make full use of renewable energy resources. Choose one of the options below: Choice 1Choice 3Choice 2Useful Stuff!!Choice 4Choice 58Choice 1 Build a model house and make an “Owner’s Manual” that describes and explains in detail all the features of the house. Click below to go back9Choice 2 Make a movie or a PowerPoint that describes and explains in detail all the features of the house.
The Ultimate Energy Efficient House!! Fossil fuels are running out and saving energy is more important than ever before. Building energy efficient houses means less wasted energy, money saved on your bills and less harm to the environment. Your task is to design the ultimate energy efficient house. Use your knowledge of energy and electricity to help design features that will reduce energy loss and make full use of renewable energy resources. You must choose one of the following tasks: Build a model house and make an “Owner’s Manual” that describes and explains in detail all the features of the house. Make a movie or a PowerPoint that describes and explains in detail all the features of the house. Make a large, fully labelled poster that shows and explains in detail all the features of the house. Produce an oral report or mp3 that describes and explains in detail all the