Science Court: Electric Current from Tom Snyder Productions
The fun and easy way to teach fundamental science concepts!
Science Court: Electric Current is part of the Science Court series.
The Science Court series introduces core science concepts and models good scientific practice with this fun and engaging series that mixes animated courtroom drama, hands-on science activities, and humor. As each case unfolds, students examine the facts and perform hands-on experiments to help them predict the verdict. By discussing their findings in groups and as a class, students are able to articulate and comprehend challenging science topics.
In Science Court: Electric Current, I. M. Richman refuses to relinquish his ping pong trophy to the new champion, Mary Murray. But he does agree to let her look at it. On the way into Richman's mansion, Mary trips and breaks the wire for Richman's alarm system. He repairs the wire with his dog's leash, but later notices that the circuit is broken. Did Mary attempt to steal the trophy, or does it have something to do with how the electric current traveled through the repaired wire?
Over the course of the trial, students will learn:
- The components of an electric circuit
- How electrons travel to make an electric current
- That some materials are better conductors of electricity than others
- How to set up experiments to:
- Demonstrate open and closed circuits
- Simulate the flow of electrons in an electric current
- Compare the electrical conductivity of various materials
- How to work as a team by:
- Becoming members of an interdependent group
- Listening and talking with others
- Sharing a common goal
Students are also introduced to the following terms:
- Electric current
- Open and closed circuit
- Atoms
- Electrons
- Conductor (conductivity)
- Insulator
MEETS STATE AND NATIONAL STANDARDS
Your students will:
- Learn and apply core concepts in science
- Gather evidence and make observations
- Use science to explain natural and physical phenomena
- Improve their ability to recall content and respond to open-ended questions
- Conduct hands-on experiments
- Work collaboratively to discuss, explain, and understand science concepts
Product Features
- Engaging, animated courtroom drama presents fundamental science concepts
- Student worksheets with short-answer questions
- Built-in time for discussion helps reinforce student learning
- Hands-on activities promote understanding of natural and physical phenomena
- Assessment Guide includes quizzes and rubric
What's Included:
A Mac/Win CD-ROM, a comprehensive Teacher's Guide with student worksheets, hands-on activities, and an Assessment Guide.
Science Court: Electric Current from Tom Snyder Productions
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