Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Exploring at the Nanoscale
Nano-nano! Nanotechnology can seem like it's from another planet! After learning about this tiny technology, collaborative groups experiment with how smaller particles affect chemical reactions. They do this by immersing a whole and a...
Curated OER
The Nanofiber Chocolate Factory: An Analogy
Students investigate Nanotechnology. In this physic's lesson, students evaluate a hands-on model made from chocolate syrup and pretzels to determine the advantages of size. Students weigh chocolate syrup to determine it's wait in grams,...
Curated OER
Exploring at the Nanoscale
Students examine how surface area increases as blocks are cut into pieces. In this technology lesson plan, students propose a new application of nanotechnology. They create charts or presentations and present them in class.
Concord Consortium
Concord Consortium: Molecular Workbench Showcase: Nanotechnology
A collection of simulations on nano materials, nano applications, and machinery at the nano level. Students can learn about carbon nanotubes, material strength, a conveyor belt made on the nanoscale, and sputttering.
University of Wisconsin
University of Wisconsin: Exploring the Nanoworld: Teaching Modules
A collection of lesson plans and student handouts on teaching students about the "nanoworld."
National Geographic
National Geographic: Properties of Matter: Macro to Nano Scale
In this lesson, students learn how properties of matter for common materials may change when examined at the nanoscale level. Includes student handouts, video resources, and a glossary.
Next.cc
Next: Nano Technology
Learn about nanotechnology and why scientists are studying it by completing the three activities. Explore nanotechnology further by clicking on one of the numerous links provided.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: How Small Is a Nanometer?
In this classroom activity learners use dimensional analysis to gain an understanding of nanometers.
PBS
Pbs Kids Go!: Dragonfly Tv: Nanobots
Lead the Nanobot through an obstacle course. Remember how positive and negative charges work. Once players get the hang of the game try a creating an original course.
Other
Institute of Physics: Estimating the Size of a Molecule Using an Oil Film
Help your students understand the scale of nanosize objects with this activity. By placing a drop of oil on top of another, students will estimate the size of an oil molecule. Includes activity instructions, analysis questions and...
Other
University of California Television: When Things Get Small
An entertaining video that explains the scale of nanometers as well as some of the innovative scientific work being done in the area of nanotechnology, including quantum tunneling and the creation of the smallest magnet ever known. [28...
Smithsonian Institution
Lemelson Center: Spark!lab: Inspired by Nanotechnology [Pdf]
Introducing students to nanoscale in nature and in technology, a simple activity through which students create a colorful nanofilm using construction paper, nail polish, and a pan of water.
Other
National Nanotechnology Initiative: Nanotechnology: Big Things From a Tiny World
Twelve-page illustrated brochure describes what nanotechnology is in terms that nonscientists can understand. Discusses nanometers, nanoscale, and the kinds of nanotechnology-related innovations that are now available. Also discusses the...
Stanford University
Stanford University: How Big Is It?
Lesson provides an activity that introduces the nanoscale using the metric system.
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: What Is Nanotechnology?
Explore the study of all things very, very tiny. Where is nanotechnology used? How is it measured? Find out!
Other
Xtalent Art Gallery: Nanoworld Image Gallery
Microscopic gallery of various organisms and objects.