Choose one of the Bell Ringers provided to display for students to answer.
Introduction to Oil
Summary
A full Introduction to Oil lesson walks students through oil’s role as the world’s dominant transportation fuel, covering energy density, global commerce, environmental costs, and the case for diversifying into alternatives. The packet includes a bell ringer, vocabulary activity, video, data set, hands-on simulation, and exit ticket, with a complete teacher guide and answer keys. Built for high school Earth science or environmental science with no prep required.
Activities
Video
Play this short video on oil to spark curiosity and encourage thoughtful discussion.
Vocabulary + Quiz
Have students review the vocabulary terms, watch the video, and answer the questions in the quiz and cloze notes.
Data Set
Have students analyze an oil consumption data chart and answer questions. Review key terms, then discuss trends as a class.
Hands On - Teacher Guide
Download this teacher guide to walk students through making decisions based on transportation trade-offs.
Hands On - Student Guide
Use this handout with students to identify and compare different transportation methods based on cost, speed, and environmental impact.
Teacher Guide
Download this teacher guide that serves as a walkthrough with answers for the Introduction to Oil lesson.
Answer Key
This short document provides answers to key activities in the Introduction to Oil lesson.
Downloadables