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How do magnetic fields differ? Allow scholars to see the difference between 2-D and 3-D magnetic fields. They construct models of both and observe how they are similar and different. It is the fifth installment of an 18-part unit.
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Instructional Ideas
- Put learners in groups to save time
Classroom Considerations
- Intended for a guest scientist, however, it can be adapted to be taught in the classroom by the regular science teacher
- Teaching time is listed at 25 minutes, but 45 minutes is more realistic for both the 2-D and 3-D activities
- The lesson should be taught after the previous lesson in the series—"The Earth as a Magnet"
Pros
- Easy to build models for both 2D and 3D
- Includes list of where to buy 3D model if you would prefer not to have students make them
- Worksheets for three different activities
Cons
- No answer keys