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Detailed Lesson Plan in Earth Science

Name: Caren Grace G. Arban School: CTE-Laboratory High School

Mentor: Paterno Z. Luciano, Jr. Year/Section: Grade 11 - STEM
Topic: Geothermal Energy Date: September 7, 2023

I. OBJECTIVES
At the end of the lesson, the students will be able to;
a. explain what geothermal energy is;
b. present how geothermal energy works; and
c. what are different geothermal energy systems and its importance in our environment

II. SUBJECT MATTER:

Topic: Geothermal Energy
Reference: Olivar III, J. T., et al., (2016). Earth Science pages 64-65. Quezon City: Phoenix Publishing House, Inc.
Materials: Laptop, LCD projector, Powerpoint Presentation, white board, marker, manila paper, soda, mentos, basin
Value Focus: Understanding, Cooperation, Discipline
PPST: Diversity of Learners. Learning Environment, Curriculum
Domain Strands
Domain 2: Learning Environment Strands 2.2 Fair Learning Environment
Domain 3: Diversity of learner Strands 2.1 Learners gender, needs, strengths,
interests, and experiences
Domain 4: Curriculum and planning Strand 4.1 Planning and management of teaching and
learning process

Science Concept:
Geothermal energy is the heat within the Earth. Heat is continuously produced inside the Earth reason why
geothermal energy is a renewable source of energy. Moreover, most active geothermal energy sources are found
usually along the plate boundaries where most volcanoes are located.

III. PROCEDURE
A. Preparatory Activities
1. Prayer
2. Checking of Attendance
3. Recapitulation
a. Nuclear Energy
4. Unlocking Difficulties
a) reservoirs – sources or place where something is kept in store.
b) renewable – comes from many sources that won’t run out.
c) Resources – anything available in our environment.

B. Developmental Activities

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY STUDENTS’ ACTIVITY

a. Motivation
Before we proceed with our discussion, let us have
first a short activity to have a glimpse of what will be
our lesson today.
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(Students will observe an experiment which a

volunteer will perform in front to visually present how
geothermal energy is produced.)

“SOBRA KA NA”

b. Presentation of the Lesson

What have you observed with the experiment a

while ago, class?
As mints were incorporated in the diet soda, it began to
overflow, Ma’am.
Now, what causes it to overflow?
When mentos are dropped in the diet soda, lots of bubbles
will form and carbon dioxide is released causing the diet soda
to overflow.
If we compare it, the experiment represents a
geyser. What is a geyser, class?
Similar to volcanoes, geysers also erupt. However it erupts
water and steam rather than ash and rock which also erupts
frequently compared to volcanoes.
Geyser is produced by energy we call as what?
Geothermal energy, Ma’am.
Today we will be discussing all about geothermal
energy. Thus, we intend to achieve the following
objectives as we go along with our discussion.
(The teacher will post the learning objectives
(The students will read the learning objectives)
At the end of the lesson, the students will be able to:
a. explain what geothermal energy is;
b. present how geothermal energy works; and
c. what are different geothermal energy systems and
its importance in our environment
c. Discussion of the Lesson
From the previous discussion, you have learned all
about nuclear energy which the power comes from
nuclear fission. Well, today, we will be discussing all
about a renewable energy source – the geothermal
energy.

What do you think is geothermal energy?

The heat within the Earth is called geothermal energy.
Where do this heat specifically comes from, class?
It comes from the core of the Earth, which is really hot,
Ma’am.
Where do we usually find geothermal resources?
Most active geothermal resources are near the boundaries of
the Earth’s tectonic plates.
How come most active geothermal resources are
found along major tectonic plate boundaries?
Because it is where most volcanoes are located, Ma’am.
One of the most active geothermal areas in the world
is called the ring of fire which encircles the pacific
ocean.
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Now, there are main types of geothermal energy

systems. Those are what, class?
Geothermal powerplants and geothermal heat pumps,
Ma’am. .
How do geothermal powerplants generate energy?

These plants use hot water and steam from underground to

generate electricity.
How does electricity generated?
They work by drilling a well into a geothermal reservoir and
pumping the hot water or steam to the surface to turn a
turbine which then generates electricity.
What are those geothermal reservoirs, class?
Examples are volcanoes, hot springs and geysers, Ma’am.
How do geothermal powerplants generate electricity
from volcanoes, hot springs and geysers?
By drilling into the Earth near volcanoes until reaching the
areas of high heat. Now, hot underground areas then create
steams through running water which rises to the surface for
turbines to spin, producing electricity.
Next is, how about heat pumps?
Heat pumps use the constant temperature of the Earth just
below the surface to heat or cool buildings.
Now, how do these heat pumps work to heat or cool
buildings?
They work by circulating water through pipes buried
underground and using heat exchanges to transfer the heat
to or from the building.
Geothermal energy is considered as a renewable
source of energy. How come it is renewable?
Because its main source is the Earth’s heat. And it is
renewable because the Earth’s core continually produces
heat.
Since geothermal energy comes from the heat of the
Earth and considered as renewable, do you think
class, geothermal powerplants are safe and don’t
affect the Earth?
Yes, Ma’am!

How can you say so?

Because compared to other resources, geothermal energy
provides very clean, stable and reliable energy which
produces little to no emission, making it an environmentally
friendly energy source.
United States of America is the leading generator of
electricity. Philippines comes second. About 27% of
Philippines’ electricity came from geothermal power.

As said, geothermal energy is the safest and cleanest

to generate electricity. Now, how come it is not used
everywhere, class?
Because although it is the safest and cleanest, it is still not
possible to use everywhere for reasons that not all location
on Earth is energy accessible.
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What do we mean by saying energy accessible?

Geothermal energy come from the Earth’s heat, it is only
possible to build geothermal powerplants if reservoirs are
present in the area such as the volcanoes and many more.
The biggest disadvantage of geothermal energy is
that it relies to specific location where most reservoir
resources are only found.

We have mentioned earlier that geothermal energy is

renewable. Now, do you think there are factors that
will cause it to deplete?
Yes, Ma’am!
What are those factors class?
When reservoirs are not properly managed, even though
geothermal energy is sustainable, if we overused it, these
reservoirs will deplete causing powerplants to run out of
steam reason why electricity is cannot be generated.
As years passed, our Earth is becoming more
polluted. What do you think the importance of
geothermal energy in our environment, class?
Geothermal energy, compared to other sources of energy,
eliminate fossil fuels combustion which lowers the need to
generate power.

Geothermal energy reduces environmental damage.

It is long-lasting, safe and reliable. How come?
Because geothermal energy reduces the emission of
greenhouse gasses and it is low risk. Geothermal energy is
reliable because it will always be available if we sustain
reservoirs.
Geothermal energy among other energy sources is
safer and renewable. Electricity is generated from its
energy. However, although it is sustainable, without
managing natural reservoirs, it might deplete and
cause more damage in our environment.

Now, did you understand what is geothermal energy

all about, class?
Yes, Ma’am!
Are there any questions or any explanation needed?
None, Ma’am!

Application
To apply your learning on our discussion, we will
have an activity out of it.

Test I. TRUE OR FALSE

Write T if the stamen is correct and F if it is wrong.
Answer key:
_____1. Geothermal powerplants generate electricity 1. F
which emits greenhouse gases. 2. T
_____2. The heat within the earth is used as source 3. F
of energy. 4. T
_____3. Geothermal energy is non-renewable 5. T
source of energy. 6. T
7. F
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_____4. If reservoirs are properly managed, they can 8. T

be sustained. 9. F
_____5. Volcanoes are considered as reservoirs of 10. F
geothermal energy.
_____6. Geothermal energy reduces environmental
damage.
_____7. All areas are energy accessible for
geothermal powerplants.
_____8. Volcanoes, hot springs and geysers are
geothermal reservoirs.
_____9. United States is the second leading
generator of electricity.
_____10. About 77% of Philippines’ electricity comes
from geothermal power.

Test II. Explain (student’s answers may vary)

Explain how geothermal powerplants and heat
pumps generate electricity.

d. Generalization
To wrap up our discussion, what is geothermal The heat within the Earth.
energy?
What are different types of geothermal energy Volcanoes, hot springs and geysers.
reservoirs?
How do volcanoes, hot springs and geysers
By drilling on or near these reservoirs where heat can be
generate electricity?
processed to generate electricity.

How come geothermal energy is renewable? Because its energy come from the heat within the Earth’s
core that is continually heating.

Why geothermal energy is safe and environmentally

friendly? Because it reduces emission of greenhouse gases.

What country is the leading generator of geothermal

energy? United States of America, Ma’am.

About how many percent does geothermal energy

powers the Philippines? 27%, Ma’am.

What is the importance of geothermal energy in our

environment? Compared to other energy sources, geothermal energy safe
and reliable energy avoiding the damage of our planet Earth.

Yes, Ma’am!
Are we clear, class?

None, Ma’am.
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Are there any questions?

III. Evaluation
Since there’s none let us have our evaluation. Let’s
see if everyone listens carefully and understand our
discussion for today.
Explain what geothermal energy is and its
advantages.
IV. Assignment
Before we dismiss, please take note of your
assignment that will be passed next meeting. Write
your answer in a piece of paper.

List all geothermal powerplants that can be seen in

the Philippines.