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Periodic Table Project

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Don't be fooled by the title; this is not really a lesson on elements. It is a project on classification, using the periodic table as an example. For that reason, it could be used in any branch of science. As an example, a group may choose flowers or animals as their objects to chart out based on characteristics, making this fitting for a life science unit. Alternately, they could classify a minerals in a geology unit.

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Pros
  • A detailed grading rubric thoroughly lays out project expectations
  • Encourages collaboration and communication among group members
Cons
  • Title is misleading; you might want to write your own instructions and change the title to more closely reflect the subject matter