Lesson Plan

Coffee Break with Nanoscience: Film Formation and “Coffee Rings”

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Prepare scholars for micro and nanoscale investigations. A lab activity allows individuals to practice their experimental techniques while becoming to accustomed to the smaller scale of the materials. They also make decisions about the experiment to practice their observation and thinking skills.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Record new definitions in a graphic organizer prior to the experiment
  • Share current nanotechnology applications with learners to provide motivation for the lesson
Classroom Considerations
  • Allow time to collect and assemble necessary materials
Pros
  • Provides a low-cost option for labs by conducting the experiment using nanotechnology
  • Allows pupils freedom to explore and make their own conclusions
Cons
  • None