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This Don't Mess with Mercury (Lesson A) lesson plan also includes:
Mercury is the only metal that is a liquid at room temperature. Teach your class this and many more interesting mercury facts by assigning an engaging task. A public relations activity, the exercise informs pupils of the hazards of mercury and how to share their new knowledge. Groups learn about mercury by reading case studies, participate in a class discussion, and then write and deliver their PSAs.
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Instructional Ideas
- Activity suggests having pupils getting their article published in the school newspaper; great idea, but if there's not a school newspaper, try the high school, local newspaper, or school website
Classroom Considerations
- Assumes learners have background knowledge in elements, metals, nonmetals, metalloids, and properties of matter
- Each group needs a computer with Internet access
- The description says the duration is two to three class periods, so length depends upon level of classes, efficiency, and availability of computers
- Activity states it is available in Spanish on its website
Pros
- Provides all necessary links, worksheets, directions, teacher background information, and articles
- Uses and provides exit polls and warm-up questions
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