Knowing Energy: The Electricity Grid

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Learning Outcomes

By the end of this activity, learners will:
  • Learn about an electricity grid and the parts associated with it
  • Understand why efficiency matters in reducing the power and losses in the grid

Curriculum Connections

  • Grades 3 - 12
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Length of Activity

1 - 2 hours

Materials List

  • General Overview Guide
  • The Electricity Grid Learner Worksheet
  • The Electricity Grid Worksheet Answer Key

Online Lesson Format