Title: _Molecular Geometry__STEAM Lesson Brief
Educators on the team: (for certification max: 4/team)__Forest_Skrzypczak_Craig_Bridges_Gill
When & Where you attended a training. Dates _August 2014__ Town/State _Knob Noster, Missouri_
Students use knowledge from across the disciplines to strengthen their understanding of each subject’s
content and its related careers through topic or theme oriented realistic problem-based activity-rich
lessons.
Theme that this lesson would tie to: Life & Health
Specific Topic Concept within that theme: Molecular Geometry
*Filling out the black items makes this a basic plan, filling out the grey makes it a possible publishable
STEAM plan.
PROJECT IDEA + brief notes & supplies
BASIC CONCEPTS
Concept: Students will research (LA, & S, T & E) the
geometry of molecules (S & M)
Science –
● Concepts – Identify and Apply VSEPR
Theory, Molecular Geometry, Bond
Angles, Hormones, Intermolecular
Forces (IMFs), Valence Electrons,
Electronegativity, Lewis Dot Symbols,
Chemical Bonding, Valence Bond
Theory, Polarity, Formal Charge,
Orbitals, Sigma Bonds, Pi Bonds, Orbital
Theory, hybridization, Enzyme Substrate
Interaction,
● Goal / Objectives - Students will use
innovative and appropriate
technologies in the development,
design, and presentation of the project
by using collaborative applications like
Google Apps for Education, email, social
media, and conventional
communications.
● Standards – Students will explore
chemical Bonds: Biological, chemical
and physical properties of matter result
from the ability of atoms to form bonds
from electrostatic forces between
Basic Plan:
Students will be introduced to molecular geometry
from their text in relation to VSEPR Theory. Students
will spend time drawing molecules in 3-D following
the rules of Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion
Theory. Students will then build models of each
molecule with modeling kits from the chemistry
classroom. They will research different geometries
via bond angles of specific molecules and relate
those to various macro-world objects. Pyramids, etc.
They will then pick a reproduction mode of their
choice, drawing, sculpting, modeling, etc, and
complete a project of their choice to be displayed in
the classroom. Students will further their learning by
researching brain chemicals and neurotransmitters
and relating those to the shapes of drugs or
hormones.
Skill level (Grade Range): Grade 10 - 12
Timing of Lesson: 4 – 6 class periods – 50 minutes per
class.
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Basic Supplies:
All Subjects:
Computer for research
Ruler
Compass
Protractor
Calculator
Molecular Modeling Sets
Candy
Toothpicks
Paper
Pencils
A variety of craft balls
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Individual Subjects:
Science: drawing paper
Technology/Engineering: CAD software
Math-CAD software
software rulers
compass
calculator
glue
various materials brought by students
graph paper
colored pencils
paint
LA:
Social Studies:
Art:
IT Resources:
PowerPoint
Computer
Camera
Flash Player
Mastering Chemistry Website
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electrons and protons and between
atom sand molecules. As a basis for
understanding this concept: Students
will draw Lewis dot structures.
Students will predict the shape of
simple molecules and their polarity
from Lewis dot structures.
Careers – Chemist, Doctor, Scientist,
Industrial Engineer, Chemical Engineer,
Project – Students will construct models
or drawings of specific molecules. They
will analyze the shape and relate that
shape to known brain chemicals.
Assessment – Students will be assessed
on their ability to predict the shape of
simple molecules and to construct
models of specific molecules. Formative
- molecular geometry lab with models,
Summative - Unit test
Extension - Students will relate
molecular geometry to specific
chemicals in the brain.
Technology & Engineering –
● Concepts – Use of 2-d and 3-d software
for blueprints
● Goal / Objectives - create blueprints
and scale models
● Standards ● Careers – chemical engineer, industrial
engineer, machinist, simulation expert,
Video Game Design, Architecture, Print
Designer, Motion Graphics Design,
Automobile Designer, Urban Designer,
Textile Design, Toy Designer, Furniture
Design,
● Project - Students will work with math
students to use CAD software to create
blueprints and scale geometric models
of molecules.
● Assessment –Students will be assessed
on their ability to create a blueprint and
Other Resources:
Exploration and Observation: Elemental Ornaments
WebElements Home of the periodic table
Book: Molecular Origami – Precision Scale Models
from Paper
Fold your own molecule
How to Determine Molecular Geometry and Shapes
(VSEPR Theory) – Chemistry – YOU TUBE
Lewis Diagrams and VSEPR Models Bozeman Science
YOU TUBE
Mastering Chemistry
Origami “Bipyramid” Tutorial & What to do with
them
Plexiglas in World War II – bomber cockpits
Plastics and Polymers
Misc:
Photos:
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scale model using CAD software.
Extension - Students will propose and
describe applications to increase the
medical profession and science
understanding through technological
improvements.
Math –
● Concepts – geometry, measuring,
angles, length, 3 dimensional shapes
● Goal / Objectives - Students will apply
their understanding of 2-d and 3-d
figures and scale drawings to design a
skate park or miniature golf course.
● Standards - G.Co.1-7, G.SRT 1-2, G.C1,
G.GPE.7, G.GPD.3-4, G.MG.1, 3
● Careers – carpenter, radiographer,
architect/structural engineer, land
surveyor, computer programmer –
Careers That Require Geometry
● Project - Students will draw a 2dimensional blueprint of their golf
course or skate park. Scale will
represent a real life representation.
Students will be provided the
dimensions of the piece of land they will
build on. Students will have to
determine the portion of the surface
area that is covered with obstacles on
the golf course or various activities in
the park. Example: Prior students have
created a pyramid in the park to use as
a graffiti wall to detour youth from
placing graffiti all over the park and
destroying the appearance of the park.
Students will then create a 3
dimensional model of their park or
course. They will include the surface
area and volume of the specific 3dimensional figures that should be
integrated into their design. Students
will write a brief abstract (proposal)
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about the course or park to include the
features added and the need for the
attraction in the city.
Assessment – Students will be provided
with a rubric for the design. They will be
assessed on the accuracy of their
calculations, whether the required
features were in their design, and
whether the plan created a realistic
design (to scale for the real world).
● Extension - Students will
discuss writing proposals as civil
engineers, designers, and concerned
community members.
● Students may also choose to
use the best proposal and plan to
present to the local city council
members.
Concepts –Students will debate the
historical and current implications of
the Haber Process.
Goal / Objectives - Apply concepts
learned to communicate in
argumentative form: by developing a
logical argument that defends a
position based on use of credible
evidence in order to prove or negate a
resolution.
Standards - National Communication
Association Standards: #8 (Competent
communicators demonstrate the ability
to show sensitivity to the ethical issues
associated with communication in a
democratic society.); #11 (Competent
speakers demonstrate the ability to use
language that clarifies, persuades,
and/or inspires while respecting
difference in listeners’ backgrounds.)
Careers - Politician, Lawyer, Teacher
Project – Students will research and
prepare an argument to use in a debate
on the implications of the Haber
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Concepts – Explain the historical events
that motivated the discovery of the
Haber Process and its implications in
WWI.
Goal / Objectives - Apply the following
major economic concepts in the context
of the historical period studied (WWI):
1. natural resources 2. supply and
demand (shortages and surpluses)
Standards - CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.9-10.3
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Analyze in detail a series of
events described in a text;
determine whether earlier events
caused later ones or simply
preceded them
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Careers - scientists, farmers, Historian
Project - Students will watch a Ted
lesson on chemical reactions.
http://ed.ted.com/lessons/thechemical-reaction-that-feeds-the-worlddaniel-d-dulek . Students will
demonstrate comprehension of the
applications of the Haber Process and
the connections to WWI by responding
to oral and written questions
Assessment – Students will be assessed
on their ability to explain the
relationship between the Haber Process
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Process. Students will participate in a
Public Forum-style (team), in-class
debate.
Assessment – Students will be assessed
on their ability to participate in the
debate and make valid arguments using
the standard MSHSAA Public Forum
debate judging form.
Extension - Interested students may
learn more about competitive debate
styles and debate tournaments.
and WWI with their answer to the
following question. Should Haber
have received the Nobel Prize in
Chemistry for developing the
process? Give details from the
reading to support your ideas.
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Art –
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Extension – Students will research
Haber’s chemical inventions during
WWII
Concepts –Create artistic
representations with graphite and
digitally the molecular geometry forms.
● Goal / Objectives - Create a piece using
graded values
● Standards - PP1C: Create or modify an
image using general software.
PP1A: Create a range of four smoothly
graded values through varied pressure.
EP1B: Differentiate between and use geometric
and organic shapes.
EP1G: Identify and use positive and negative
space in two dimensional work.
Identify and use perspective techniques to
create the illusion of space (one point
perspective).
● Careers – Graphic artist, 3D Computer
Animation, Cartooning, Video Game
Design, Medical Illustrator, Graphic
Designer, 3D Modeling, Interior Design,
Jewelry Design, Tattoo Artist, Muralist,
Museum Exhibit Design, Logo Designer,
Screen Printing, Floral Design,
● Project – Students will create ceiling
tiles to be hung around the school.
Ceiling tiles will include molecular
geometry shapes and be completed
with graphite and digital means to
create a positive negative space using
varied shadings.
● Assessment – Students will be assessed
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on their ability to create a artistic
representation using positive and
negative space and using four shading
methods either in a graphite or digital
medium.
Extension - Students will analyze
various artistic pieces to identify
molecular geometry shapes within the
artwork. Describing how use of grade
values impacts the pieces of art.
Concepts – Develop activities for health
Goal / Objectives - Plan and design
health activities for people of diverse
abilities.
● Standards – Efficiency of Human
Movement 2A – Identify s strategies
for including persons of diverse
backgrounds and abilities in physical
activities
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Careers – PE Teacher, Trainer, Physical
Therapist
Project – Students will draw group
characteristics from a hat and then use
the Kinetic Molecular Theory of Matter,
the Dipole Moment and Brownian
motion as a basis of designing a game to
be played by the graoup.. Students will
articulate how the game uses molecular
geometry and movement as the basis of
the game and how the game will have
benefits for students of the grade level
they selected.
Assessment – Students will be assessed
on their ability to design a game that
will have physical health benefits for
people with particular characteristics.
Students will also be assessed on their
ability to turn a science concept into a
game to enrich kinesthetic learning
experiences.
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Extension - Students will research
kinesthetic learning and describe ways
that they could use activity to do
improve their scholastic achievement.
Music –
● Concepts –Students will learn/compose
science songs that support the
molecular geometry lesson as a
differentiated instruction strategy.
● Goal / Objectives - Students will relate
music to other subjects (i.e. Language
Arts, Science and Mathematics).
● Standards - Music GLE’s (Grades 912) Interdisciplinary Connections:
Develop and apply knowledge and
skills to understand the relationships
between music, the other arts, and
disciplines outside the arts
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Careers -Composer/Songwriter,
Singer/Performer
Project - Students will compose a
molecular geometry song using a
familiar tune. The song will be recorded
using IPads or other useful technology.
Assessment – Students will be assessed
on their ability to compose a song that
conveys meaning about molecular
geometry. Students will vote on their
favorite original song and the whole
class will learn that song.
Extension - Students will discuss the
connection of music to the brain and
the impact on learning using various
examples such as: Molecular Geometry
Rap (Youtube)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZC
ctlT0cayU
Sample instructions:
Project for Molecular Geometry
General Chemistry
Mr. Ginex-Orinion
Purpose:
- Students will develop a creative way to present the molecular geometries that we are currently
studying by using resources available to them.
- Students will use innovative and appropriate technologies in the development, design, and
presentation of the project by using collaborative applications like Google Apps for Education,
email, social media, and conventional communications.
State Standards:
Chemical Bonds
2. Biological, chemical, and physical properties of matter result from the ability of
atoms to form bonds from electrostatic forces between electrons and protons and
between atoms and molecules. As a basis for understanding this concept:
e. Students know how to draw Lewis dot structures.
f.* Students know how to predict the shape of simple molecules and their polarity
from Lewis dot structures
Instructions:
Here is the list of geometries that you need to present:
octahedral
trigonal bypiramidal
tetrahedral
trigonal planar
linear (steric number 2,4, and 5)
see-saw shaped
trigonal pyramidal
bent (steric number 3 and 4)
t-shaped (steric number 5 only)
You also have to give an example of each of the following structures. (Include the formula and
the name of the compound). There are other geometries, but you will only be graded on the list
above. Some ideas in presenting the geometries are creating a mobile, or making a poster. But
don't limit yourself to these ideas, as there were some very creative presentations last year.
The point breakdown goes as follows:
10 points for on-time completion
30 points on correctly presenting all the required information
● shape
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example
formula of example chemical compound
use for the example compound and at least 2 physical or chemical properties
if there is no use for the compound you found, then include at least 5 physical or
chemical properties for that compound
10 points on creativity and presentation of the project
10 points for creating a digital component of the project (powerpoint, video, keynote, google
presentation, prezi, Google Drawings, Google Sketchup, Animoto video, wallwisher, etc.)
= 60 points total (lab group grade)
Important notes: Do not use water (H2O) as an example. Do not use hydrogen gas (H2) as an
example. Do not use methane (CH4) as an example.
You may work with up to 5 people from the same class period. You must work with at
least one other person. You may not work alone for the project.
Please make your presentations no more than 6 minutes. If the presentation takes more than 6
minutes, then only the first 6 minutes of the presentation will be graded.
Please make arrangements with me if you will need a projector and a computer for your
presentation.
If you are making a DVD, make sure that it is in a format that can play on most DVD players.
All the students in the lab group will receive the same grade. YES, it is a group grade.
Have fun, be creative.
Mr. G-O
Resources:
Here are some websites that might be able to help you in understanding the shapes:
This one is good for examples and has mini movies to show the structures
http://people.bath.ac.uk/ch3tam/inorganic/vsepr/html/vseprmolecularshapes.htm
You can always go to www.webelements.com to get additional ideas. Look up the central atom
element, and see if you can find compounds that fit the shapes you need.
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