Process
Process
Investigation Step #1: ![]()
It's time to start your investigation. Every good investigator should first realize what he already knows about the situation, and what he still needs to find out. To accomplish this, together you will first take a pre-test on electrical safety.
Great job, sleuths! You knew more than you thought you did, didn't you?
Investigation Step #2: ![]()
Next, you will need to research ways to prevent electrical electrical accidents. Divide these articles up, and take good notes so that you can put your heads together after researching, and discuss what you have found. You will use your notes for the information in your Power Point Presentation.
How Electricity Can Hurt You
Indoor Safety
Outdoor Safety
In Case of Emergency
Tree and Power Line Safety
Investigation Step #3: ![]()
It's time now to check the danger in your own homes. Make two copies of the checklist, take them home and fill them out by tomorrow, when you will once again compare notes. You will want to include those trouble areas in your Power Point Presentation.
Check Your Knowledge: ![]()
Now it's time to see what you have learned, and if you know enough to make a presentation to your classmates. Taking turns, play these "games" (code for investigation clues) to test if you have cracked The Case of the Dangerous Electrical Mishaps.
Find the Hidden Dangers
Make the Safe Choice
Write Your Report: ![]()
Way to go! You have found the hidden dangers in and around our homes and neighborhoods. You are now ready to write a report on your findings which will be presented to your classmates.
Your report will be in the form of a Power Point Presentation which will be 8 to 10 slides long. Give your project a catchy title which will draw your audience's attention. Remember to illustrate at least half of your slides.
Remember that this information could save the life of someone in your class, so be accurate and thorough.