Instructional Video

What Are Isotopes? Chemistry Basics

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Use animations to explain the concept of an isotope. Young scholars view a lesson from the Reaction series dedicated to isotopes. They learn what an isotope is and why they are important to complete a great back-to-basics lesson.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Create a guided notes document for learners to complete as they watch the lesson
  • Incorporate as an introduction to the concept of an isotope
Classroom Considerations
  • Requires a solid understanding of the subatomic particles in an atom
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Allows users to subscribe to get notifications of future videos
  • Offers closed captioning to aid in note taking
Cons
  • None