Curriculum Activity Units
Activity units are aligned with the Sunshine State Standards in science and mathematics - units are best used with the hands on classroom kits which can be obtained through the link below.
- Understanding Solar Energy - 9th through 12th grades
- Alternative Fuel Matters - 6th through 8th grades
- High Energy Hydrogen
- Solar Matters
- Building Performance Matters - 9th through 12th grades
Lending Library Materials
The Education Department at FSEC has many resources available for loan to Florida teachers and civic leaders. These materials are designed to foster an understanding of solar and renewable energy technologies in a hands-on fashion. Students learn about these technologies by experimentation.
- Classroom Science Kits - Each kit contains enough materials for a class of 24 students
- Books and Other Resources
How to obtain materials:
Materials from the lending library are
only available to schools and organizations in the state of
Florida. A small lending fee to cover shipping and handling,
and a signed statement of responsibility are required at
the time of shipment. The availability of kits varies. It is
suggested that kits be reserved several months in advance
of their intended dates of usage.
For questions, or for availability of specific resource material, please call Penny Hall. Please state which kit(s) you are interested in and give a range of dates for their usage. Call 321-638-1018, or click here to contact Penny Hall.
Supplemental Renewable Energy Information
- Solar Wonders - Power Point presentations of photovoltaic and solar thermal installations.
Web Site
- EnergyWhiz - An informational web site for students with activities and data from solar-powered schools.
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