Atomic Structure

8-10 yrs old

11-13 yrs old

Computer Science

Gaming

Science

In this lesson we will use the amazing tool in minecraft lab "Element Constructor" to teach the "Atomic Structure" in a creative way.

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Submitted By: Soheir Zaki

July 12, 2018

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Skills

Communication
Creativity

External References

Atomic Structure Video

Learning Objectives

Learning Atomic Structure
Concluding numbers of protons, electrons and neutrons in any atom
Recognize Mass Number and Atomic Number of elements
Recognize type of element ( active or inert)

Guiding Ideas

Define Atom.
In a table compare between : subatomic particles ( according to location, charge and mass)
What is meant by: active element - Inert gas
Atomic Structure Video

Student Activities

Students will work in groups of 5

Each group will given 5 different elements.
Use the Minecraft Element constructor to study atomic structure of the elements
In a table each group will record number of each subatomic particles in each atom.
Conclude the atomic mass and atomic number for each element.
Conclude active and inert elements.

Performance Expectations

It's excepted that:

Students will have a lot of fun during learning the lesson.
Students will find the number of subatomic particles.
Students will succeed to conclude the difference between active and inert elements.

Skills

Communication
Creativity

External References

Atomic Structure Video

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