All Higher-order thinking and metacognition articles – Page 5

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Accuracy and precision in practical investigations | 14-16 years

Help your students consolidate their understanding of the difference between accuracy and precision using this lesson plan with activities for 14–16 year olds.
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What happens to particles in chemical reactions? | 11-14 years

Explore what happens to atoms and molecules when new materials are made in chemical reactions, using this lesson plan with activities for 11–14 year olds.
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How do catalysts affect reaction rates? | 16-18 years

Investigate how different catalysts affect decomposition of hydrogen peroxide, linking to the Kursk submarine disaster, in this lesson plan for 16–18 year olds.
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What is a chemical reaction? | 11-14 years

Explore the key idea that chemical reactions produce one or more new substances while conserving matter in this lesson plan with activities for 11–14 year olds.
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Acids and alkalis: a concept cartoon | 11-14 years

Check your students’ understanding of acids and alkalis using this lesson plan with downloadable activities for 11–14 year olds.