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Week 14 - Characteristics of States of Matter

What did I learn? Today we learned more about the characteristics of matter and how we would describe them and represent them in a particle model. As a group we discussed the differences and what makes each state what as well as the difference in how far apart particles are in each. We then moved to simulations to observe the differences in motion, speed, and connectivity with their neighbors between the different states. We found that solids all move together and have the same neighbors the entire time. Liquids are less controlled and move around all over the place at random. Gas particles are even more spread out with clumps connecting together before shooting away from each other again. 

How can you apply what you learned to your future teaching?

I really liked the use of simulations today and the change of activity. It allowed us to explore and find more out ourselves first before coming together to share our observations and make connections between the interactions. No matter the simulation, I always find them so fascinating and cool to learn from as you get to actually see the particles and how they interact. 

What are new or remaining questions you have?

I felt like today's topic was very complex and something that would be difficult for young students to grasp. How could we break it down into simpler terms for young learners? 



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  1. Libbie McKeagDecember 4, 2024 at 12:55 PM

    Hi Maddy! I really like your question about making this simpler for young learners! This is something we talked about in past labs, but not this one.

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  2. payton science methodsDecember 4, 2024 at 2:00 PM

    hey maddy, I liked how you had this whole post set up. I also feel like this would be hard for young learners. I asked the same question, but them somewhat refelected and thought maybe it's too hard for young learners in general and this would be someting they wait to learn?

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  3. Kelsey Steen-LasleyDecember 4, 2024 at 4:25 PM

    Hi Maddy. I really liked your remaining question. I thought about that as well after lab ended. Great job!

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  4. Madelyn HamDecember 12, 2024 at 8:50 AM

    Hi Maddy! I liked your question at the end because the way we understand it is because we have all this background knowledge, but what about the students who don't, how would they learn.

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