Lesson Plan
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Magnetism: Magnets
Keywords Magnetism, Magnets, Magnetic Field, Modern Technology,
Social Media
Resources Cell phones with internet access, Social media apps
(Instagram, TikTok, etc.), Augmented reality apps, Digital
design tools, Materials for building toy prototypes (magnets,
cardboard, glue, scissors, etc.), Computer with video editing
software, Projector or TV for presenting digital content, WiFi
or internet connection, Paper and pen for notes, Old
magnetic cards for exemplification
Discipline Physics
Grade 11th grade
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Objective
The purpose of this stage is to introduce and contextualize the
lesson theme, establishing the main objectives that students
should achieve. This section creates a clear foundation for all
subsequent activities, ensuring that students understand the
relevance and practical application of knowledge about
magnetism and magnets.
Main Objectives
Understand that a magnet is an object that produces a
magnetic field around it.
Identify that the magnetic field is invisible but responsible for
the force that attracts ferromagnetic objects.
Recognize that a magnet has two poles: north and south.
Side Objectives
Apply the concept of magnetism in practical everyday
situations.
Relate the knowledge of magnets to modern technology and
electronic devices.
Introduction
Duration: 10 - 15 minutes
The purpose of this introduction is to break the ice and
contextualize students with the theme of magnetism. By
stimulating the search for interesting facts and starting a
discussion with key questions, students activate their prior
knowledge and establish common ground for further practical
activities.
Warming Up
Magnetism is a fascinating phenomenon that surrounds us daily,
from the magnets on the refrigerator door to complex
technological devices like hard drives and electric motors. Ask
students to use their phones to find an interesting fact about
magnets or magnetism. Each student should quickly share what
they found with the class.
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Initial Thoughts
What is a magnet and how does it work?
What are the main applications of magnets in modern
technology?
How does the magnetic field of a magnet interact with
ferromagnetic materials?
Has anyone ever had an interesting experience with magnets?
What was it?
Development
Duration: 70 - 80 minutes
It is recommended that only one of the suggested activities
below be carried out per class.
Influencer Magnet Divide students into groups of up to 5
people.
Challenge Each group must choose a social network
to create the fictional 'influencer magnet'
Duration: 60 - 70 minutes
account.
Goals: Engage students to learn and teach Students must create a series of
about magnetism in a creative way, using explanatory contents about magnetism,
social media and multimedia to explore and covering topics like what a magnet is, how
communicate complex physics concepts. the magnetic field works, applications of
magnets, and fun facts.
Activity Description They should use digital tools to create
animations, graphics, and short videos.
Students must create a fictional account of
Encourage students to be creative and
an 'influencer magnet' on a social network of
engaging by using popular hashtags and
their choice (Instagram, TikTok, etc.). Using
typical social media interactions.
this account, they need to create digital
At the end, each group must present their
content (posts, stories, videos) explaining
'account' and the content they created to
how magnets work, where they are used in
the class.
everyday life, and surprising facts about
magnetism. They can use animations,
graphics, and even skits.
Magnetic Treasure Hunt Divide students into groups of up to 5
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Game people.
Each group must download an augmented
Duration: 60 - 70 minutes reality app that allows for the creation of
virtual objects.
Goals: Encourage collaboration and critical Hide virtual objects around the classroom
thinking among students through an (or use a virtual environment), each
interactive game, using augmented reality containing a clue or a question related to
technology to explore and reinforce concepts magnetism.
of magnetism. Students should use their phones to find
Activity Description the objects using the AR app.
Upon finding an object, the group must
Students will participate in a digital treasure solve the associated question or riddle to
hunt game, where they need to solve riddles earn points.
and challenges related to magnetism. Using The game ends when all objects are found
augmented reality (AR) apps, students will and all riddles are solved. The group with
find hidden virtual objects in the classroom, the most points wins.
which contain information and questions Conclude with a discussion about the
about magnets and magnetic fields. questions and answers found.
Maker Challenge: Divide students into groups of up to 5
people.
Building a Magnetic Toy Each group must conduct online research
about different toys that use magnets and
Duration: 60 - 70 minutes
choose a project to recreate or innovate.
Goals: Stimulate students' creativity and Using digital design tools, students should
practical skills by building a toy using plan and sketch their prototype.
magnets, as well as developing research, Each group must create a tutorial video
design, and communication skills through the detailing the toybuilding process,
creation of tutorial videos. explaining how and why magnets work in
that context.
Activity Description Students can use video editing apps to
add animations and explanatory graphics.
Students must design and build a prototype
In the end, each group must present their
of a toy that uses magnets. Using digital
video and prototype to the class.
resources for research and design, students
will create a step-by-step video on how to
create the toy, explaining how the magnetic
field works and its applications in the toy.
Feedback
Duration: 15 - 20 minutes
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The purpose of this stage is to consolidate learning, promoting reflection on the
concepts worked on and their practical application. The group discussion and 360°
feedback allow students to take ownership of the knowledge, exchange
experiences, and develop social and communication skills, which are essential for
academic and professional success.
Group Discussion
After completing the practical activities, facilitate a group discussion involving all
students. To introduce the discussion, suggest that each group briefly shares the
creative process, challenges faced, and the most interesting discoveries during
the execution of the activities. Use a brief outline to guide the conversation: Ask
each group to present their 'influencer magnet' account and the content created.
Request that they explain the logic behind the 'Magnetic Treasure Hunt Game' and
how they solved the riddles. Inquire about the particularities of the 'Magnetic Toy'
they designed and built, as well as highlighting the application of the magnetic
field in the toy. Encourage students to ask each other questions to foster a
collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment.
Reflections
What was the most challenging concept to understand and why?
How did the use of social media and digital tools facilitate or hinder learning about
magnetism?
In what way did the practical activities help understand better how magnets
function and their properties?
360º Feedback
Conduct a 360° feedback stage, where each student must receive feedback from
their group peers. Explain that the feedback should be constructive and
respectful, focusing on positive aspects and areas for improvement. Guide
students to use the 'sandwich feedback' technique, which consists of starting
with a compliment, pointing out something that can be improved, and finishing
with another compliment. This helps maintain a positive and mutually supportive
environment.
Conclusion
Duration: (15 - 20 minutes)
The purpose of this stage is to consolidate the acquired knowledge in a fun and
engaging way, connecting the theme to the students' reality and highlighting the
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practical importance of magnetism. Additionally, it reinforces the relevance of the
learned concepts, contextualizing them in the modern world and encouraging
students to reflect on their applications in everyday life.
Summary
Magnetic Summary
Let's recap our learning with a touch of fun! A magnet is a superpowerful object
that creates a magnetic field around it. This field is invisible, but it is responsible
for attracting objects made of iron, nickel, and cobalt, just like a superhero with a
force field! Remember, each magnet has two poles: north and south, and they
always want to meet their opposites!
World Applications
Connection with the Modern World Applications in Daily Life
Today, we've seen how magnetism is Magnetism is fundamental in our daily
present in various aspects of modern life, life. From keeping refrigerator doors
from the simple refrigerator door to the closed to operating electronic
complex electronic devices we use daily. components in our phones and
Magnets are essential in motors, hard computers. Knowing how magnets work
drives, speakers, and even magnetic allows us to explore new technologies
cards. Understanding magnetism helps and create innovative solutions to
us comprehend and improve all these everyday challenges.
technologies we rely on so much.
