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Into the Atom, Part 3: Numbering the Elements Instructional VideoInto the Atom, Part 3: Numbering the Elements Instructional Video
Publisher
Mystery of Matter
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
17:06
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Instructional Strategy
Direct Instruction
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Year
2015
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Into the Atom, Part 3: Numbering the Elements

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Amazing scientific discoveries do not require fancy equipment. An interesting video lesson describes the process historical scientists used to identify the order of elements based on X-ray spectra. Learners discover the complex studies of the time and how scientists problem solved with limited resources.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

the periodic table, elements, atomic numbers

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Use as an introduction to the periodic table
  • Have pupils record new vocabulary as they watch the video lesson

Classroom Considerations

  • Requires a solid understanding of the parts of an atom
  • Installment three in a four-part Into the Atom series

Pros

  • Uses animations to support the concepts
  • Video is interesting and holds viewers' attention

Cons

  • None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.9-10.9 RST.11-12.9

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