Question

A teacher is planning a lesson on 'Chemical Reactions'. Which of the following activities would be most effective for the 'Explore' phase of the 5E model?

• A. Asking students to memorize the definitions of different types of chemical reactions.
• B. Providing students with various substances and allowing them to mix and observe changes freely in groups.
• C. Showing a video demonstration of a complex chemical reaction without any student interaction.
• D. Having students read a textbook chapter about chemical reactions and answer comprehension questions.

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Providing students with various substances and allowing them to mix and observe changes freely in groups.

• The 'Explore' phase is about hands-on, student-led inquiry where they can experiment and discover concepts for themselves before formal instruction.