Humans & Energy - Earth: The Operators' Manual

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• Teaching Tips
  This is one segment in a series on energy. It could be useful for introducing/illustrating population and energy demand issues. Also see: [http://earththeoperatorsmanual.com/for_educators]
• About the Science
  This segment focuses on a Brazilian family living off the grid (like 1.5 billion world-wide). Focus is on how rapidly-urbanizing China needs more energy to foster development. Includes a population/energy use chart comparing different regions of Earth. Comments from expert scientist: Excellent overview of human impact on energy across the globe. Teacher tips and suggested activities are also strong.
• About the Pedagogy
  A good introduction to global energy challenges that can help set the stage for classroom discussions and activities, particularly the needs of the developing world where energy access and equity are a substantial challenge.
• Technical Details/Ease of Use
  Easily accessed and can be downloaded by educators who register at the ETOM website. Video is closed captioned.