Experimenting with the length of shadows (optional)
Throughout this lesson series students will be introduced to how light can create shadows. Students will compare shadows from point and extended light sources such as torches and fluorescent tubes. Students will conduct experiments to see
Experimenting with the length of shadows (optional)
Throughout this lesson series students will be introduced to how light can create shadows. Students will compare shadows from point and extended light sources such as torches and fluorescent tubes. Students will conduct experiments to see how light sources cause shadows and how the length of shadows can be changed. Students will draw diagrams of shadows by drawing rays to show that light travels in straight lines.
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- Investigate the importance of fair testing and how to choose variable to change and remain constant.
- Investigate the effects of shadows on solar panels and their effectiveness.
- Explain how shadows and low light effects the use of the schools solar panels.
Evidence of Learning
Can the student:
- Explain fair testing.
- Explain how solar panels can be affected by shadows by making reference to observations.
- Draw diagrams using rays.
Example Learning Sequence
- Explore how shadows can affect the use of the solar panels. (observe the panels during the day to see 