Maths Activity: Solar Panel Power
This maths activity helps students analyse real data generated by the zoo's solar panels.
This resource gets students to work through a series of questions using actual kWh (kilowatt-hour) data, making it an engaging way to teach data handling and sustainability in the context of renewable energy.
The challenge asks students to interpret patterns in solar energy production across various months and years, encouraging them to use mathematical skills such as calculating averages, identifying ranges, and comparing data sets.
By analysing this renewable energy data, students learn not only the importance of sustainability but also how organisations like the zoo utilise solar power to reduce their carbon footprint. This resource helps students apply mathematical reasoning to real-world environmental issues, making it an excellent tool for cross-curricular learning that combines maths, science, and environmental studies.
Learning Outcomes
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Develop data analysis skills through real-world solar energy data.
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Understand the role of renewable energy in sustainability.
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Apply mathematical concepts like averages, ranges, and data comparison.
Curriculum Links
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Maths: Data handling, interpreting statistics, and problem-solving.
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Science: Understanding renewable energy and sustainability.