How Bright Will the Bulbs Be?

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The purpose of this assessment probe is to elicit students’ ideas about series circuits. The probe is designed to determine what students think will happen to the brightness of light bulbs as more light bulbs are added to a circuit. This free sample also includes the Table of Contents, Preface, Introduction, and Index.

Grade Levels

Elementary High School Middle School

Topics

Assessment Circuits Electrical circuits require a complete loop through which an electrical current can pass. (K-4) Electricity Electricity in circuits can produce light, heat, sound, and magnetic effects. (K-4) Electromagnetism Phenomena Physical Science Physical Science Physics Select teaching and assessment strategies that support the development of student understanding and nurture a community of science learners. Teaching Standards Three-Dimensional Learning

Details

Type Book ChapterPub Date 3/1/2014ISBN 978-1-936137-37-4Stock # PB274X2_13

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Susan German (Hallsville, MO)

Pay attention to the background information

The book chapter provides a great deal of background information for teachers. This information helps teachers construct knowledge for students. The information about stepping stone concep... See More

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