Energy Efficiency and Innovation Challenges

Energy Efficiency and Innovation Challenges

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Design, Business

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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The video, presented by Alex from MinuteEarth, explores how smartphones have replaced multiple devices by focusing on function over form. This design approach can be applied to energy efficiency, suggesting that instead of improving individual devices, we should focus on the desired function. Examples include designing homes that require less energy for heating and creating transportation systems that reduce the need for personal cars. The video also highlights the University of Minnesota's efforts in addressing energy challenges and promoting sustainable ecosystems.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the key impacts of the introduction of smartphones in the early 2000s?

They increased the need for standalone devices.

They replaced the functions of many essential devices.

They made alarm clocks more popular.

They decreased the use of digital calendars.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can the smartphone design approach be beneficial in addressing climate change?

By creating more standalone devices.

By emphasizing function over form in design.

By using more energy than the devices they replace.

By focusing on the aesthetic design of devices.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a traditional focus in improving energy efficiency?

Enhancing the design of individual devices.

Creating more complex devices.

Focusing on the aesthetic appeal of devices.

Increasing the number of devices used.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is an example of focusing on the desired function for energy efficiency?

Using multiple standalone devices for heating.

Making cars less efficient.

Designing a house to stay warm without a furnace.

Installing a more efficient furnace.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the most energy-efficient solution for transportation according to the video?

Using more personal cars.

Creating a system where personal cars are unnecessary.

Increasing the number of personal cars.

Making cars less efficient.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main message of the video regarding energy efficiency?

Focusing on form is more important than function.

Thinking efficient is more important than thinking different.

Thinking different is more important than thinking efficient.

Using more energy is the key to efficiency.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the Grand Challenges the University of Minnesota is addressing?

Decreasing the number of students.

Focusing on aesthetic design in technology.

Assuring clean water and sustainable ecosystems.

Increasing the use of personal cars.

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