EV Lesson 2: EV Charge Forward

In this lesson, students investigate an actual EV charging station to see how it and its related smartphone app coordinate key information. If a charging station is not readily available, you can share the information via an EV Charging Storyboard. Then students suppose they are strongly considering purchasing an EV and investigate key factors that would influence that decision, such as incentives, rebates, where they would charge the vehicle, parking options and fees, driving style, etc. They also learn about EV etiquette in order to get a sense of the culture related to this new way of driving. Then they consolidate what they’ve learned by assuming they have purchased a vehicle they were interested in and are planning a long-distance trip. In Session 2, students take the conversation to another level by working in groups to simulate a city council that is concerned about equity and making sure this new technology is accessible to everyone, including people in low-income communities that are often hardest hit by emissions pollution.

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Teacher Resources:
Lesson Plan
EV Charging Storyboard
EV Charging Storyboard Teacher’s Notes
Austin Energy Press Release Sample Answers
EV Equity: Special Committee Worksheet Sample Answers
Participation Checklist

Student Resources:
Types of EV Charging Stations
EV Need to Know Worksheet
It’s a Trip! My EV Journey Worksheet
Austin Energy Press Release
EV Equity: Special Committee Worksheet