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Grade 5 Science Internet Activity

Title of Activity – Electrical Currents

Reference Section

·    Science Kids. (NA). Circuits and Conductors. Retrieved Oct. 7, 2010 from, http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/gamesactivities/circuitsconductors.html

·    NeoK12. (2010). Conductors and Insulators. Retrieved Oct. 7, 2010 from, http://www.neok12.com/quiz/ELECTR03  

Grade Level: Grade 5

Subject: Science

Brief Description of Activity

Students will navigate to http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/gamesactivities/circuitsconductors.html and follow the directions to make different circuits.  Students will see which materials act as insulators and which act as conductors.  When students have completed that activity they will then navigate to http://www.neok12.com/quiz/ELECTR03 and do the matching activity about insulators and conductors.

General Learning Outcomes

·    Demonstrate safe methods for the study of magnetism and electricity, identify methods for measurement and control, and apply techniques for evaluating magnetic and electrical properties of materials.

Specific Learning Outcomes

·    Demonstrate that a continuous loop of conducting material is needed for an uninterrupted flow of current  in a circuit.

·    Distinguish electrical conductors—materials that allow electricity to flow through them— from insulators—materials that do not allow electricity to flow through them.

ICT Outcomes

·         C.6.1.3   use technology to support and present conclusions

·         C.7.1.4   make predictions based on organized information

·         F.3.1.1   demonstrate courtesy and follow classroom procedures when making   appropriate use of computer technologies

Rationale for Computer Integration

A couple computer activities have been incorporated into this lesson to provide students with another way to learn the material.  These activities are great for visual learners because it is so interactive.  By working individually at the computers students could work at their own pace.  It is also possible for students to work in pairs and pool their knowledge while working through these activities.