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Solar House The Solar House unit includes an introduction, the learning focus, 5 teaching and learning activities, assessment criteria, and resources. Unit description from source: In Solar house students investigate the apparent path of the Sun over time and relate this to the passive solar design of houses. They calculate angles using trigonometric ratios, prepare a report on their findings and maintain a team diary. |
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Visiting Vines The Visiting Vines unit includes an introduction, the learning focus, 7 teaching and learning activities, assessment criteria, and resources. Unit description from source: In Visiting vines students explore concepts and skills that have relevance to work in a vineyard. They apply their mathematical skills to estimate and calculate different aspects of the wine production process and participate in activities where they are encouraged to develop their problem solving strategies and reflect on the quality of their thinking shown throughout the unit. Students will also monitor and reflect on their progress as autonomous learners. A visit to a vineyard is an essential component of this unit and illustrates how an excursion to an industrial setting can provide context and motivation for learning. This unit could be modified to suit other industries which may be more accessible or appropriate for your students. When organising an excursion teachers must consider the requirements of safe work practices and food handling, and the environmental issues that arise in a visit to a vineyard |
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