Details
| Type of Product: |
Science Object |
| Average Rating: |
based on 5 reviews |
| Publication Title: |
Energy |
| Publication Date: |
11/1/2006 |
| Grade Level: |
Elementary School, Middle School, High School |
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Description
Science Objects are two hour on-line interactive inquiry-based content modules that help teachers better understand the science content they teach. This Science Object is the first of four Science Objects in the Energy SciPack. It provides a conceptual and real-world understanding of the different types of energy. Energy can appear in many different forms, however all forms of energy can be broadly classified as one or a combination of two kinds: kinetic energy, which is the energy of motion; and potential energy, which depends on the relative position or shape of an object. Other kinds of energy include gravitational energy (the separation of mutually attracting masses), thermal energy (the disorderly motion of atoms or molecules), and chemical energy (the arrangement of atoms).
Ideas For Use
Science Objects are two hour learning experiences teachers can use to enhance their understanding of a particular scientific concept. Teachers can access any topic “on demand” from the Internet. Topics are based on the science literacy goals in the national standards (NSES, Science for All Americans, Benchmarks, and the Atlas of Scientific Literacy) and tied to state standards.
Each Science Object provides an understanding of the science content by providing a structured set of learning experiences through simulations and practice assessments. Science Objects challenge teachers to explore and explain real world phenomena and are founded on the principle that learners must be challenged with a problem, observation, data, etc., in order to develop scientific understanding. Science Objects utilize the five phases of inquiry-based learning: Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, and Evaluate.
Learning Outcomes:
Energy: Different Kinds of Energy
- Recognize that energy can be associated with non-living objects.
- Reject the notion that energy is some physical entity or casual agent.
- Recognize some common forms of energy, such as chemical, thermal, etc.
- Classify different forms of energy as being either kinetic or potential energy (or both).
Additional Info
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Science Discipline:
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Conservation of energy
Energy transformation
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| Intended User Role: | Elementary-Level Educator, High-School Educator, Middle-Level Educator, Teacher |
| Educational Issues: | Inquiry learning, Learning theory, Professional development, Teacher content knowledge, Teaching strategies |
Technical
| Resource Format: | application/x-shockwave-flash, audio/mp3, image/gif, image/jpeg, text/html, video/quicktime |
| Installation Remarks: | Run the Science Objects System Check to ensure that your system is capable of viewing the simulations: http://ecommerce2.nsta.org/system_check/ |
| Requirements: | Requires Macromedia Flash Player and Apple Quicktime Player |
National Standards Correlation
This resource has 4 correlations with the National Standards.
[HIDE CORRELATIONS]
- Physical Science
- Interactions of energy and matter
- Waves, including sound and seismic waves, waves on water, and light waves, have energy and can transfer energy when they interact with matter. (9-12)
- Process Standards for Professional Development
- Research-Based
- Address teachers' needs as learners and build on their current knowledge of science content, teaching, and learning. (NSES)
- Design
- Introduce teachers to scientific literature, media, and technological resources that expand their science knowledge and their ability to access further knowledge. (NSES)
- Learning
- Build on the teacher's current science understanding, ability, and attitudes. (NSES)
State Standards Correlation
Use the form below to view which of your state standards this resource addresses.
Customer Reviews
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Poor attention to detail |
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Reviewed by: Robert on August 12, 2008 |
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The assumed correct answers might be correct for some variations of the situation in the questions, it is often not for the actual situation. They assume sound energy might be produced from objects that do not collide. Or kinetic energy might be present from an object depicted at rest. And it happens over and over again. Someone needs to review the material while actually viewing the setup for each question. |
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Different Kinds of Energy |
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Reviewed by: James Oliver (Fernandina Beach, Florida) on July 22, 2009 |
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Great resourse for explaining kinetic and potential energy with visual representations allowing the equations to relate to real world applications. Good connections with electrical, chemical,sound and nuclear energy with clear examples. |
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Good |
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Reviewed by: Liz M (Interlaken, NY) on August 8, 2009 |
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Good---tough concept to develop with elementary students and this has some good ideas. |
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Very Basic |
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Reviewed by: Margie (Virginia Beach, VA) on August 17, 2009 |
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This resource was very simple and may benefit someone new to science |