Electricity Access

Positives

• The data and images are available for download.
• In the chart view, the user can choose which countries they would like to see represented.
• The data for electricity access goes back many years, showing the change over time for many countries.

Additional Prerequisites

•  Students should be able to read maps and line graphs to understand the data.

Differentiation 

• Have math students analyze the change in electricity access over time in the chart or table view.
• Students could work in pairs or groups to discuss their observations when reviewing the data.
• Discuss the socioeconomic implications of individuals not having access to electricity in social studies classes.
• Consider having students research the types of energy sources used in different countries.