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| Type of Product: | e-book (our e-books are in PDF format and can be viewed on your computer or any compatible reading device) (also see print version of this book) |
| Publication Date: | 12/12/2009 |
| Pages: | 207 |
| Stock Number: | PB241Xe |
| ISBN: | |
| Grade Level: | High School, Middle School |
Description
Given the ability of nanoscience and nanotechnology to exploit the
unique properties that matter exhibits at the nanoscale, the research
resulting from these emerging fields is poised to dramatically affect
everyday life. In fact, many widely used electronic, pharmaceutical,
cosmetic, and textile products already employ nanotechnology.
With the support of the National Science Foundation, scientists,
educators, researchers, and curriculum developers have achieved a rough
consensus on what the key concepts—or “big ideas”—of nanoscience
might be for middle and high school science students:
• Size and Scale
• Structure of Matter
• Forces and Interactions
• Quantum Effects
• Size-Dependent Properties
• Self-Assembly
• Tools and Instrumentation
• Models and Simulations
• Science, Technology, and Society
This volume provides in-depth discussions of each big idea.
Nine additional chapters examine learning goals and how to reach
them, students’ likely misconceptions, and ideas for integrating
nanoscale science and engineering with traditional science content.
An appreciation of nanoscience will help students understand
fundamental science concepts across disciplines. Also, learning the
enormous implications of the extremely tiny nanoscale phenomena
will pique students’ interest in the study of 21st-century science
and at the same time motivate them to learn traditional science.
Additional Info
| Intended User Role: | Curriculum Supervisor, High-School Educator, Middle-Level Educator, Teacher |
| Educational Issues: | Classroom management, Curriculum, Educational research, Inquiry learning, Interdisciplinary, Professional development, Teacher content knowledge, Teacher preparation, Teaching strategies |
Contents
Acknowledgments
Preface
Introduction: The Importance of Nanoscale Science and Engineering (NSE) in 7–12 Education
Section I: The Nine Big Ideas
Introduction: The Foundational Science Content of the Nine Big Ideas in Nanoscale Science and Engineering (NSE)
Chapter 1: The Foundational Science Content
-Big Idea 1. Size and Scale
-Big Idea 2. Structure of Matter
-Big Idea 3. Forces and Interactions
-Big Idea 4. Quantum Effects
Chapter 2: Applying the Foundational Science Content of NSE
-Big Idea 5. Size-Dependent Properties
-Big Idea 6. Self-Assembly
Chapter 3: Moving NSE Forward
-Big Idea 7. Tools and Instrumentation
-Big Idea 8. Models and Simulations
Chapter 4: NSE and Society
-Big Idea 9. Science, Technology, and Society
Section II: Integrating NSE into the Grades 7-12 Science Curriculum
Introduction: NSE in the Classroom
Chapter 5: Size and Scale
Chapter 6: Structure of Matter
Chapter 7: Forces and Interactions
Chapter 8: Quantum Effects
Chapter 9: Size-Dependent Properties
Chapter 10: Self-Assembly
Chapter 11: Tools and Instrumentation
Chapter 12: Models and Simulations
Chapter 13: Science, Technology, and Society
Section III: Next Steps
Chapter 14: Challenges and Strategies
Resources
Appendixes
Appendix A: The Process of Determining the Big Ideas
Appendix B: Participants, Nanoscience Learning Goals Workshop, June 14–16, 2006
Appendix C: Alternative Manufacturing Strategies
About the Authors
Index
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