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Classification of matter
Students are introduced to the concept of different kinds of matter. Students create models of different substances to learn to identify the differences between elements, compounds, and mixtures. This lesson is developed so that teachers can use it with English as a Second Language students.
Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 English Language Development and Science)
By Anya Childs and Rhonda Garrett.
Confirming and visualizing Lewis dot structures
With this activity, students can calculate and visualize the atomic and molecular structures of bonds and lone pairs in the molecule methanol (methyl alcohol, CH3OH).
Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Science)
By Bob Gotwals.
Electroplating: When is a penny worth less than one cent?
In CareerStart lessons: Grade eight, page 5.8
In this lesson, students understand the chemical differences between pennies made before and after 1982, and gain an understanding of the process of electroplating.
Format: lesson plan (grade 8 English Language Arts and Science)
By Tammy Johnson and Martha Tedrow.
How much heat can a phase change produce?
In Why does chemistry matter in my life?, page 7
In this lesson, students apply knowledge of heat energy and phase changes to real-life situations. Students watch demonstrations of an endothermic and an exothermic reaction and use formulas to solve phase change problems. A literary passage and a video help students apply critical thinking to the lesson.
Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Science)
By Lisa Hibler.
Units of heat: How much energy is that anyway?
In Why does chemistry matter in my life?, page 6
In this lesson, students perform calculations with Calories obtained through food and expended by activities in order to gain an understanding of how energy is obtained and used by the body. Students observe demonstrations to learn about endothermic and exothermic reactions.
Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Science)
By Lisa Hibler.
Why does chemistry matter in my life?
This series of high school chemistry lesson plans addresses questions about the relevance of chemistry in everyday life.
Format: lesson plan (multiple pages)