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Which subject	Design and technology
What topic	Passive Housing
What length (min)	30
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Lesson Plan: Passive Housing

Subject: Design and Technology

Topic: Passive Housing

Duration: 30 Minutes

Grade Level: Middle School / High School

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Objectives

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:

1. Understand the concept of passive housing and its importance in sustainable design.
2. Identify the key features and principles behind passive house design.
3. Discuss the environmental benefits of passive housing.

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Materials Needed

• Whiteboard and markers
• Projector and screen (for presentations/videos)
• Printed handouts summarizing passive house principles
• Examples of passive house designs (images or slides)
• Homework assignment sheets

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Lesson Outline

Introduction (5 Minutes)

• Begin the lesson by asking students what they know about sustainable housing.
• Write down their responses on the whiteboard.
• Introduce the concept of passive housing and its relevance in environmental sustainability.

Presentation (10 Minutes)

• Definition of Passive Housing: Explain that passive housing refers to a building standard that focuses on energy efficiency, comfort, and a minimal ecological footprint.

• Key Principles:

  • Orientation: How the placement of a house impacts passive solar heating.
  • Insulation: Importance of thermal insulation in reducing energy loss.
  • Windows: Using triple-glazed windows to minimize heat loss.
  • Airtightness: Discuss how airtightness prevents drafts and leaks.
  • Ventilation: Importance of mechanical ventilation with heat recovery.

• Use visual aids (slides or images) to illustrate examples of passive house designs.

Group Discussion (10 Minutes)

• Divide students into small groups and provide each group with the printed handouts.
• Ask them to discuss the advantages of passive housing and brainstorm potential challenges of implementing such designs in their community.
• Have each group share their thoughts with the class.

Conclusion (5 Minutes)

• Summarize the key points discussed during the lesson.
• Emphasize the impact of passive housing on energy consumption and climate change.

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Homework Assignment

Task:

Research a passive house or an eco-friendly building in your area and prepare a short report. The report should include the following:

1. Name and location of the building
2. Description of its passive house features
3. The environmental benefits it provides
4. Any challenges faced during its construction or implementation

Format:

• 1-2 pages, typed in a readable font (e.g., Arial, 11pt)
• Include at least one relevant image.
• Cite any sources in a bibliography.

Due Date:

• [Insert Due Date]

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Homework Answers

While the specific reports will vary, students should aim to gather information relevant to the following key aspects:

1. Name and Location: E.g., "Green Home, San Francisco, CA"
2. Passive House Features: Look for features like high insulation values, strategically placed windows for optimal solar gain, and mechanical ventilation systems.
3. Environmental Benefits: Discuss energy savings, lower carbon emissions, and sustainability.
4. Challenges: Possible construction costs, zoning regulations, or community acceptance issues.

Encourage creativity and critical thinking in their reports!