Exploring Photovoltaics (Secondary)

Description

Grades 9-12

Secondary students learn how solar energy is used to generate electricity. Students are introduced to photovoltaic systems, concentrated solar power, and developing solar technologies. Activities explore how photovoltaic cells work and what variables affect their electrical output. The kit includes a Teacher Guide, a Student Guide, and the materials necessary to conduct the activities.

Student and Teacher guides are available in PDF format as a FREE download.

Also available as an e-publication:    Teacher Guide    Student Guide

Do you still use the “Solar Deluxe” kits with NEED’s previous solar curriculum (2024 and prior)? Download the original Exploring Photovoltaics stations 1-9 here.

Exploring Photovoltaics Solar Stations in Spanish

Options
– Exploring Photovoltaics Teacher Guide Free PDF Download
– Exploring Photovoltaics Student Guide Free PDF Download
– Exploring Photovoltaics Kit w/ 1 Teacher & 1 Student Guide  $350.00
– One Teacher & One Student Guide  $8.00

Materials in Exploring Photovoltaics Kit
1 Teacher Guide
1 Student Guide
6 PV cells
6 breadboards
12 multimeters
48 alligator jumper wires (prong end)
6 5″ alligator clips (dual clip ends)
20 LEDs
10 100 ohm resistors
10 68 ohm resistors
24 ping pong balls

Be sure to check out our Exploring Photovoltaics helpful videos! Additional solar materials available here.