Deliverable
Crystal Growth Reflection
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Effective Communication
9-12.AF.6.4
9-12.AF.3.3
Assessment
Critique and Revision
Submission Required
Grading Required
Students document a concise reflection on their crystal growth investigation: what worked well in their methodology, what they would change if they repeated the experiment, new questions raised by their findings, and personal learning about the inquiry process. The reflection will be submitted as a short written entry in their science journal and will inform their final Crystal Growth Investigation Presentation.
Plan day
Day 8
Duration
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Grouping
Individual
Steps
5 steps
Lesson plan
5 steps| # | What teachers do |
|---|---|
| 1 | Begin with a review of your experiment's goal and variable change. (10 min) |
| 2 | Reflect on the procedure and note the successes and challenges faced. (10 min) |
| 3 | Analyze the data collected from your experiment and identify any patterns observed. (10 min) |
| 4 | Draft a concise conclusion that connects your findings to the change in variables, using evidence from your experiment. (10 min) |
| 5 | Prepare to present your findings, ensuring to include both successful elements and areas for improvement. (5 min) |
Preparation (1 item)
- Ensure that all materials needed for crystal presentation, such as the crystals themselves, are ready and organized for easy access.
Student-facing instructions
Your task is to reflect on your crystal growth investigation by documenting what worked well, what you'd improve, and new questions you have. Start by reviewing your experiment's goal and the variable changed. Reflect on what worked and what didn't. Analyze your data to identify any patterns and link them to your variable change. Write a concise conclusion and prepare a clear presentation of your findings using your grown crystals. Aim to explain how your variable change affected the outcome.