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This Electricity and Magnetism Formative Assessment #2 assessment also includes:
Leave it to science to get scholars out of a jam. Young scientists use what they've learned about electricity and magnetism in the previous eight lessons in the series to build tools that will allow them to find their way out of the woods. The performance task assessment provides participants with materials to make both a flashlight and a compass.
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Instructional Ideas
- Create pairs strategically; consider different ability groupings depending on the desired outcome
- Provide pairs with different materials to encourage creativity
Classroom Considerations
- Expects a solid understanding of magnetic fields and electric circuits
- Ninth lesson in a 14-part unit exploring magnetism
Pros
- Assesses concepts from all preceding lessons in the unit
- Makes use of everyday materials
Cons
- None