The 1590s saw the invention of the first compound microscope. Scholars learn about how microscopes work and how to properly focus one. The lesson stresses the science fields that use microscopes and the difference between electron microscopes and light microscopes. 

Concepts

microscopes, focal points, specimen, lenses

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Assign the videos as homework and complete the interactive during class

Classroom Considerations

• Requires a free CK-12 account to access the interactive
• When showing the videos during class, ensure the comments don't appear as some are not appropriate

Pros

• Offers hints for incorrect answers on the online interactive
• Works well in a traditional or flipped classroom setting

Cons

• None

Common Core

RST.6-8.4