Chemistry made simple – properties of matter
At the Science Learning Hub, we know teaching chemistry can feel a bit overwhelming. In this recorded professional learning session, Greta Dromgool takes you step by step through key ideas associated with physical and chemical properties, including:
identifying properties of a range of different materials
grouping materials based on observed or measured properties
exploring additional resources available to support you
Chemistry made simple – properties of matter
This is a recording of the Chemistry made simple – properties of matter PLD webinar.
Chemistry made simple – properties of matter – slideshow
This slideshow, from the webinar Chemistry made simple – properties of matter, provides additional support for the video tutorial.
You may find it easier to download the video and slide show presentation.
Thank you so much. It is really valuable to get this information and to be constantly filling up our knowledge and competencies.
Teacher
Index
Topic
Slide show number(s )
Video timecode
Introducing the Science Learning Hub and presenters
1
00:00
Index
2
00:06
Purpose
3
00:30
Teacher experiences of teaching and learning chemistry
4–5
01:31
NZ curriculum levels 1 and 2 – exploring common materials
6–9
03:20
Properties of materials
10–14
06:16
Changing materials
15–17
13:34
NZ curriculum levels 3 and 4 – measuring and grouping
18–21
16:54
NZ curriculum level 5 – investigating groups of materials
22–31
25:00
SLH links, keep in touch and thanks
32–33
31:11
Help, I’m teaching chemistry
Learning about the Material World involves studying matter and how it changes. Understanding basic chemistry principles helps us to make sense of the world around us. It also helps us understand contemporary issues such as environmental sustainability and the development of new materials, pharmaceuticals and energy sources.
Watch this video to find out how to locate Hub resources that will help you plan and implement engaging classroom programmes.
Related PLD
The Science Learning Hub has a range of recorded webinars to support you with your chemistry teaching. Have a look at these recorded webinars:
Related content
Wanting to explore more chemistry ideas and chemistry in a variety of different contexts? Have a look at the amazing content we have available on the Hub including the article Properties of materials – introduction and the properties of matter and atoms and molecules concepts. Check out our awesome related resources about mixtures, recycling, melting and fire, or visit our context-based chemistry articles looking at elements, limestone, plasma and digestion chemistry.
Other PLD covering the Material World includes Chemistry in the primary classroom, and support for teaching science to younger students can be found in the webinars Chemistry made simple – atoms and Kitchen science.
Content is very helpful and informative.
Teacher
