Generative AI, NGSS and Lesson Planning….you be the judge…..

Developing NGSS Lesson Plans Using AI

Using the same prompt I asked ChatGPT, Bard and Bing for responses….you be the judges as to which one did it best…. same prompt.

Prompt: Build me a lesson plan for 8th grade students learning about the structure of matter using the Next Generation Science Standards (Using ChatGPT)
Lesson Title: Exploring the Structure of MatterGrade Level: 8th gradeNext Generation Science Standards

8-PS1-1. Develop models to describe the atomic composition of simple molecules and extended structures.

8-PS1-2. Compare and contrast the physical and chemical properties of matter.

8-PS1-3. Plan and conduct an investigation to describe and classify different kinds of materials by their observable properties.Objectives:

Students will be able to describe the atomic composition of simple molecules and extended structures.

Students will be able to compare and contrast the physical and chemical properties of different materials.

Students will be able to classify different materials by their observable properties.Materials:

Models of atoms (such as balls and sticks or foam atoms)

Various materials for students to observe and classify (such as metals, nonmetals, and compounds)

Magnifying glasses

Lab notebooksProcedure:

Begin the lesson by reviewing the basic structure of atoms and the difference between atoms and molecules. Use the models of atoms to help explain this concept.

Next, have students work in small groups to observe and classify various materials provided. Students should use magnifying glasses to closely examine the materials and record their observations in their lab notebooks.

After students have finished observing and classifying the materials, have them share their observations and classifications with the class. Discuss as a group how the physical and chemical properties of the materials observed can be used to classify them.

Conclude the lesson by reviewing the objectives and discussing the importance of understanding the structure of matter in everyday life.Assessment:

Students will turn in their lab notebooks, where the teacher will evaluate their observations and classifications of materials.

Informal assessment will be done through observation of students’ participation in the group activity and class discussion.Note: This plan is a general guide and could be adjusted based on the resources you have available and the specific needs of your students.

Prompt: Build me a lesson plan for 8th grade students learning about the structure of matter using the Next Generation Science Standards (Using Bard)

Lesson Plan: Exploring the Structure of Matter

Grade Level: 8th

Subject: Physical Science

Learning Objectives:

• Students will be able to explain the composition of matter at the atomic and molecular level.
• Students will be able to differentiate between solids, liquids, and gases based on their particle arrangement.
• Students will be able to describe how changes in thermal energy affect the motion of particles and the state of matter.
• Students will be able to apply their understanding of the structure of matter to real-world phenomena.

NGSS Standards:

• MS-PS1-1: Develop models to describe that matter is made of particles too small to be seen.
• MS-PS1-2: Analyze and interpret data on the properties of substances to identify patterns that explain why different substances have different properties.
• MS-PS1-3: Gather and make sense of information to describe that synthetic materials come from natural resources and impact society.
• MS-PS1-4: Develop a model that predicts and describes changes in particle motion, temperature, and state of a pure substance when thermal energy is added or removed.

Materials:

• Variety of materials, including solids, liquids, and gases (e.g., sugar, water, helium)
• Beakers or other containers
• Thermometers
• Hot plates or other sources of heat
• Ice cubes
• Modeling clay
• Balls
• Computer and internet access (optional)

Lesson Procedure:

Introduction (10 minutes)

1. Begin by asking students what they know about matter. What is it? What are its properties?
2. Introduce the concept of particles as the building blocks of matter. Explain that particles are too small to be seen with the naked eye, but they are constantly moving and interacting with each other.
3. Engage students in a discussion about the different states of matter: solids, liquids, and gases. How are they different? What is the arrangement of particles in each state?

Activity 1: Exploring the Properties of Matter (30 minutes)

1. Divide students into groups of 3-4.
2. Provide each group with a variety of materials, including solids, liquids, and gases.
3. Have students observe the properties of each material and record their observations in a table.
4. Prompt students to identify patterns between the properties of the materials and their state of matter.

Activity 2: Modeling the States of Matter (20 minutes)

1. Provide each group with modeling clay, balls, and beakers.
2. Have students use the modeling clay to create models of solids, liquids, and gases.
3. Ask students to explain how their models represent the arrangement of particles in each state of matter.
4. Encourage students to compare and contrast their models.

Activity 3: Investigating the Effects of Thermal Energy (20 minutes)

1. Fill two beakers with water at room temperature. Place one beaker on a hot plate and heat it gently. Place the other beaker in the freezer.
2. Have students use thermometers to measure the temperature of the water in each beaker every minute for 10 minutes.
3. Record the temperature readings in a table.
4. Have students observe any changes in the state of the water in each beaker.
5. Prompt students to explain how the changes in temperature affect the motion of particles and the state of matter.

Activity 4: Real-World Applications (10 minutes)

1. Engage students in a discussion about how our understanding of the structure of matter is applied in various fields, such as medicine, materials science, and technology.
2. Provide students with examples of how the structure of matter is important in everyday life, such as why ice cubes float in water and why balloons expand when filled with air.
3. Encourage students to think of other examples of how the structure of matter affects our world.

Conclusion (5 minutes)

1. Summarize the key concepts of the lesson, emphasizing the composition of matter at the atomic and molecular level, the differences between solids, liquids, and gases, and the effects of thermal energy on the motion of particles and the state of matter.
2. Encourage students to reflect on what they have learned and ask any remaining questions.

Prompt: Build me a lesson plan for 8th grade students learning about the structure of matter using the Next Generation Science Standards (Using Bing)

Lesson Plan: Structure of Matter

Objectives

• Students will be able to describe the structure of atoms and molecules.
• Students will be able to explain the relationship between the structure of matter and its properties.
• Students will be able to identify the three states of matter and describe their properties.

Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• Interactive periodic table
• Computer with internet access
• Worksheets

Procedure

1. Introduction (10 minutes)
   • Begin by asking students what they know about the structure of matter. Write their responses on the board.
   • Introduce the concept of atoms and molecules. Use the interactive periodic table to show students the different elements and their atomic structures.
2. States of Matter (20 minutes)
   • Discuss the three states of matter: solid, liquid, and gas. Describe their properties and give examples of each.
   • Have students complete a worksheet where they identify the state of matter of different objects.
3. Atomic Structure (30 minutes)
   • Explain the structure of atoms and molecules. Discuss the different subatomic particles and their charges.
   • Have students complete a worksheet where they identify the different parts of an atom.
4. Properties of Matter (20 minutes)
   • Discuss how the structure of matter affects its properties. Give examples of how the properties of matter can be changed.
   • Have students complete a worksheet where they identify the properties of different objects.
5. Conclusion (10 minutes)
   • Review the key concepts covered in the lesson.
   • Ask students to write a paragraph summarizing what they learned.

Assessment

• Worksheets completed by students will be graded for accuracy.
• Students will be assessed on their participation in class discussions.

This lesson plan is aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards ¹. I hope this helps!

Learn more:1. nextgenscience.org2. georgiastandards.org3. scienceinthecity.stanford.edu4. isbe.net5. sciencebuddies.org+3 more