Kelly Kelsey

INTC 5330
TELD #2
Due August 7, 2019

1. Brainstorming the Learning-Related Problem:

Idea 1 Idea 2 Idea 3 Idea 4

Chemical Using instruments Predicting the Using factor label/

Nomenclature; correctly with products in a dimensional
naming and significant figures chemical reaction analysis as a
formula-writing for then performing problem solving
chemical mathematical method
compounds calculations with
those
measurements

2. Deciding on an Instructional Problem/Challenge:

Idea Chosen:Chemical Nomenclature; naming and formula-writing for chemical
compounds
Rationale: This topic is critical for identifying chemical compounds and interpreting
chemical reactions. It requires memorization and problem solving skills. This is a
foundation skill upon which future chemistry learning is built upon.

3. Lesson Plan:
a. 10th grade students
b. Chemistry lesson
C. Objective: Students will be able to name and write formulas for various types of
chemical compounds; ionic, covalent (including acids) and basic organic.
Instruction: The opening will present the rationale for different rules of nomenclature and
the types that we will learn in class today (ionic, covalent (including acids) and basic
organic). Then the class with be presented with the rules for each system of
nomenclature using examples and non-examples. Each type of nomenclature will be
followed by a few practice problems for students to work on individually while the teacher
circulates to assist. Answers will be presented and discussed with students. At the
conclusion of the lesson, practice problems will be provided however, they will no longer
be grouped or labeled by type, they will be assorted. The lesson will conclude with
answers to the problems and explanations.

4. Brainstorming Technology Tools:

Technology Tools Strengths Limitations

 MindMeister Free site to use and web-
based so IT will not need to
download software onto
student computers and
students can access from
home with ease.
Cannot include subscripts
as are necessary when
writing chemical formulas.
(but can insert from web-
based images that have
correct subscripts)

Sign up with pre-existing Might be more compatible

Google account. with another browser, in
Chrome, the tool box was
partially covered.

Partners can share and Cannot include web links

collaborate on the same
document.

WiseMapping Free site to use and web- Cannot include subscripts

based so IT will not need to
download software onto
student computers and
students can access from
home with ease.
as are necessary when
writing chemical formulas.
Cannot include web-based
images. (but can include
web links)

Partners can share and Cannot use pre-existing

collaborate on the same Google account to sign up.
document.

5. Deciding on the Technology:

Tool(s) Chosen: MindMeister
Rationale:
Despite both tools being functionally similar, this tool was chosen because of the
convenience of linking to a student’s pre-existing Google account and the ability to
include web-based images addresses the functionality problem of including subscripts in
chemical formulas. This mind-mapping program will allow students to shift from passive
to active in terms of engagement since they will be working with a peer to create
organizational evidence of their understanding. While students could create a concept
map on paper, working electronically allows increased creativity, ability to edit and by
sharing the document each student has access to their shared work. Creating this map
will allow students to take the concepts addressed in the lesson and consolidate them in
one place, showing how they are interrelated and connected to one another, thus
enhancing the learning goals. Developing concept mapping skills can be beneficial for
students in other content areas and having a web-based document allows students to
access their work from anywhere.

6. Finalizing the Lesson Plan/Activity Design:

Objective: Students will be able to name and write formulas for various types of chemical
compounds; ionic, covalent (including acids) and basic organic.
Instruction: The opening will present the rationale for different rules of nomenclature and
the types that we will learn in class today (ionic, covalent (including acids) and basic
organic). Then the class with be presented with the rules for each system of
nomenclature using examples and non-examples. Each type of nomenclature will be
followed by a few practice problems for students to work on individually while the teacher
circulates to assist. Answers will be presented and discussed with students. After the
lesson, the class will be paired into partners. Using a laptop, they will open MindMeister
(students accounts have been previously opened using pre-existing Google accounts)
and be instructed to create a flow chart or concept map by incorporating the
nomenclature rules from today’s lesson. Each type of nomenclature should have 3-4
examples (different from the ones used in the lesson) included in their map.The software
will be briefly modeled by the teacher. At the conclusion of class practice problems will
be provided for homework, however, they will no longer be grouped or labeled by type,
they will be assorted. Tomorrow’s lesson will begin with answers to the problems and
explanations to review the assignment.