Instructional Software

Lesson Idea Name: Oh My Atoms

Content Area: Chemistry
Grade Level(s): 9-12

Content Standard Addressed: SC1. Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information about the use of the
modern atomic theory and periodic law to explain the characteristics of atoms and elements.
a. Evaluate merits and limitations of different models of the atom in relation to relative size, charge, and
position of protons, neutrons, and electrons in the atom.
b. Construct an argument to support the claim that the proton (and not the neutron or electron) defines the
elements identity

Technology Standard Addressed: Creative Communicator

Students communicate clearly and express themselves creatively for a variety of purposes using the
platforms, tools, styles, formats and digital media appropriate to their goals.
6a. Students choose the appropriate platforms and tools for meeting the desired objectives of their creation
or communication.
6c. Students communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively by creating or using a variety of digital
objects such as visualizations, models or simulations.
6d. Students publish or present content that customizes the message and medium for their intended
audiences.

Selected Technology Tool: BrainPop

URL(s) to support the lesson (if applicable): https://www.brainpop.com/

Type of Instructional Software:

Drill and Practice Tutorial Simulation Instructional Game e-books/e-references

Features of this software (check all that apply):

Assessment Monitoring/Reporting
Allows teacher to create customized lessons for students
Multi-user or collaborative functions with others in the class
Multi-user or collaborative with others outside the class
Accessible to students beyond the school day
Accessible via mobile devices
Multiple languages
Safety, security and/or privacy features

Blooms Taxonomy Level(s):

Remembering Understanding Applying Analyzing Evaluating Creating

Levels of Technology Integration (LoTi Level):

Level 1: Awareness Level 2: Exploration Level 3: Infusion Level 4: Integration
Level 5: Expansion Level 6: Refinement

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Lesson idea implementation: As you address the standards, what will students and teachers do? How will
the project be introduced? How long will it take to complete? How will student learning be assessed? How will
the final product be used to inform/differentiate learning? How will you extend the student learning to a
higher learning level? How will you conclude the lesson? How will you provide feedback to students about
their work? MINIMUM 2 paragraph overview.
What is the teacher doing
What is the student doing?
Students will watch a BrainPop video over the periodic elements. After the students watch the video they will
take a class quiz over the BrainPop video (provided by BrainPop). The students will then get into groups of
four and put together a make-a-map(provided by BrainPop) about the atom. Next each student will then
receive a periodic table and chose an element that they want to research. Once they student has picked their
element they will have to do a research project on their element (every student must have a different
element). The student can present their research via podcast, Powerpoint, webpage, prezi, ect. Students will
be given a rubric to indicated what needs to be included in their research project.

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