Elementary Science Methods: Week #14

 

Elementary Science Methods 1: Week #14

What did you learn this week in the lab?

  • This week in lab we continued our discussion on particle models of matter and atoms. We studied the meaning behind why a plunger sticks to a table after you push on it. My group investigated why water condensation builds up on a cold drink. We discussed our ideas with our group
    and created a flip video to show our understanding. 

Which parts did you find clear and which were confusing?

  • I found this activity to be clear and concise with directions with minimal confusion. 

How can you apply what you have learned to your teaching in the future?

  • Activities like the plunger activity allow students to explore curiosity and think about the deeper meaning of what is truly happening when the plunger is pushed down. As well as the droplets on a cold soda can. Observing those ideas would be a great interactive activity for all learners that I hope to integrate into my future classroom. 







Comments

  1. Puttin' in the work with Miss. PuttinApril 24, 2024 at 9:15 AM

    SULLY!! The plunger activity hits diff!! Will def be using it in my future classrooms to enhance student learning on particles and surfaces they react with :) Excellent work !

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  2. Vanessa's Variety PackApril 24, 2024 at 9:16 AM

    Hi Claire! I agree that this material can be used in our future teaching. It's important to challenge students and give them things to think about. Explaining the "why" can be challenging but it's very rewarding too.

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