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All synthetic materials began as natural materials. An engaging lesson begins with a hands-on activity and an example of the type of research that scholars perform independently. Then pupils receive a topic and begin researching the origins of a synthetic material, the chemical processes used, and any negative or positive impacts to society. Lesson is the last in a series of 12.
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Instructional Ideas
- Create a rubric for grading the research and provide it to students before they begin
- Debate if the phrases all natural or synthetic are viewed negatively or positively and which is more accurate
Classroom Considerations
- Be aware of any allergies and sensitivities to dye for the hands-on portion
- Lesson is the last in a series of 12
Pros
- Uses a 5E lesson format
- Provides a list of possible research topics
- Includes a listing of online resources to help research every included topic
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- None