Lesson Plan

Piezoelectricity

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What effect makes children's shoes light up? Answer: Piezoelectric effect. Here is a PowerPoint presentation that describes piezoelectric materials as being able to convert mechanical energy to electrical energy. Individuals learn how atomic structure and charges are responsible for the effect in the first of two lessons.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Have groups brainstorm applications of piezoelectric materials in a journal entry
Classroom Considerations
  • There is an associated activity for the lesson
  • Learners should have basic physics knowledge regarding different forms of energy and about atomic charges
Pros
  • Animations and diagrams promote understanding
  • Includes assessment options at each stage of the lesson
Cons
  • None