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The Science Learning Hub has introduced an innovative and fun way for students to familiarise themselves with the names and symbols of chemical elements using the periodic table, Te taka pūmotu. This activity aims to help students become well-acquainted with the structure, element groups, and key terms such as halogen, alkali metal, and inert gas.
The periodic table, Te taka pūmotu, serves as a valuable resource for this activity. It lists the atomic number, atomic mass, element symbol, English names, and Māori names for the first 103 elements, making it an invaluable tool for learning. Users can access this detailed periodic table through a provided link, and even make it part of their private collection by clicking on the copy icon.
To make the learning experience more engaging, the Science Learning Hub offers a collection of resources specifically related to the periodic table of elements. These resources can be edited and annotated by users, allowing for a personalised learning experience.
One such resource is a collection of TikTok videos that teach students the periodic table through rap. These videos, featuring catchy songs by AsapSCIENCE, can inspire students to create their own rap or poem. The AsapSCIENCE Periodic Table Song is particularly popular, offering a perfect template or inspiration for creating a rap or poem that incorporates the structure and groups of the periodic table.
To teach the structure of the periodic table, students can create a rap hook that introduces the table's layout, discussing how elements are arranged by atomic number and electron configuration. They can also learn about the s, p, d, and f blocks, explaining how they correspond to different orbitals.
When it comes to element groups, students can focus on Group 1 elements, the alkali metals, highlighting their reactivity and uses. For example, a student could write, "Alkali metals, Group 1 is the crew, highly reactive, they're not boring, you know it's true!" Similarly, they can discuss Group 17 elements, the halogens, emphasising their role in forming acids when combined with hydrogen, and Group 18 elements, the inert gases, highlighting their stability due to full outer shells.
The activity can be made more interactive by dividing students into groups to create a rap or poem about a specific group of elements, such as halogens or alkali metals. Alternatively, each student can be assigned an element to research and create a short rap or poem that includes its symbol, name, atomic number, and any notable properties.
By the end of this activity, students should be able to recall at least 20 element names and symbols from the periodic table. This engaging and educational activity is sure to make learning the periodic table a fun and memorable experience for students. Registration for the Science Learning Hub is free and can be done with an email address or Google account.
The Science Learning Hub's periodic table activity offers resources for health-and-wellness, as understanding chemical elements can contribute to one's understanding of various substances and their effects on our bodies. Additionally, the activity promotes education-and-self-development through personalised learning, such as creating raps or poems about specific element groups, aiding in a better grasp of the structure and key terms in the table.
