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Elements of Architecture

CONTENTS OF CURRICULUM UNIT 83.01.13

Unit Guide

Solar Greenhouses

Stephen Kass

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I. Introduction—Unit Outline

This unit is designed for middle and high school science/ architecture students. It can be included in studies on alternative energy or solar architecture. The material can be used in a flexible manner, depending on teacher needs. The unit can last from one week to four weeks.

	II.	Why Learn about Solar Greenhouses?
	III.	Solar Energy
	IV.	Solar History
	V.	The Reason for Seasons
	VI.	Sun Paths
	VII.	Solar Greenhouses vs. Conventional Greenhouses
	VIII. How a Solar Greenhouse Works
	IX.	Solar Test
	X.	How to Build a Model Solar Greenhouse
	XI.	Classroom Experiments for a Model Solar Greenhouse
	XII.	Bibliography

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