Internship day 16,4/7/24

Morning Classes:

Today's focus was on isotopes and isobars, two fundamental concepts in nuclear chemistry. Isotopes are atoms of the same element with different numbers of neutrons, while isobars are atoms of different elements with the same mass number. To illustrate these concepts, we explored various examples, such as carbon-12 and carbon-14 for isotopes, and argon-40 and potassium-40 for isobars.

To enhance understanding, I incorporated educational videos that visually demonstrated the atomic structure differences between isotopes and isobars. These animations helped students visualize the placement and number of protons, neutrons, and electrons in various atomic configurations.

We also engaged in interactive games to reinforce the concepts. One game involved matching cards with atomic symbols and mass numbers to create pairs of isotopes or isobars. Another activity had students building atomic models using colored beads to represent protons, neutrons, and electrons.

Noon Duty:

During lunch, I assisted with food service. This experience provided a unique opportunity to observe student interactions outside the classroom setting and gain insight into the school's daily routines.

Reflections:

The varied approach to teaching, combining theoretical explanations with visual aids and hands-on activities, seemed to effectively engage students and improve their grasp of these complex topics. The lunch duty offered a valuable perspective on the broader school community dynamics.