EcoData

Use data storytelling to communicate insights and inform decisions for economic development regarding renewable energies – future skills for the job market.

The global impact of climate change and our transition to renewable energies fuels our need to understand its impacts and the opportunity to play a crucial role in the solution. The EcoData program uses live data collected from weather stations allowing students to investigate the viability of wind and solar power as an energy source in the Geelong area. They will use the power of data storytelling and visualisation to communicate key insights to increase understanding and inspiring change.

Industry Partners

Suitable for

Years 7-10 & VM

Duration

6x 50min lessons and 1x full day at GTS

Student outcomes

Students will:

Identify and understand Energy
Define which energies are renewable and non-renewable
Use STRUT dashboard to explore live data from the region
Make calculations using data samples
Utilise data storytelling and create digital visualisations to communicate key insights

Curriculum Focus

Sustainability
Science
Mathematics
Technologies

Program Overview

Energy and Power

Module 1

1 x 50 min

Introduction to the different types of energy including kinetic, heat, light, chemical and potential.

Energy Sources

Module 2

2 x 50 min

Explore renewable and non-renewable energy sources.

STRUT Dashboard & Classroom Power Audit

Module 3

1 x 50 min

Investigate the STRUT weather station dashboard and find out how much energy the classroom uses.

Understanding Data with Wind & Solar

Module 4

2 x 50 min

Calculate and evaluate wind and solar data to make informed renewable energy decisions.

Data Storytelling

Module 5

Full Day

Understand and use data storytelling and visualisation to communicate key insights.

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