Introduction to NetLogo: Rusting & Rates of Reaction   

Kai Orton, Delan Hao
Chemistry, Self-directed
1-2 periods (42 minutes each)
High School level Chemistry (regular and honors)
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Overview

Students will use the rusting model to investigate the factors that affect the rate of rust formation. Each group selects a variable to investigate, analyze their results, make a conclusion, and present their findings to the class with evidence from their model. 

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Standards

Next Generation Science Standards
  •   Physical Science
Computational Thinking in STEM
  •   Data Practices
    • Analyzing Data
    • Visualizing Data
  •   Modeling and Simulation Practices
    • Assessing Computational Models
    • Using Computational Models to Understand a Concept

Acknowledgement

Wilensky, U., Levy, S. T., & Novak, M. (2004). Connected Chemistry curriculum. http://ccl.northwestern.edu/curriculum/chemistry. Center for Connected Learning and Computer-Based Modeling, Northwestern Institute on Complex Systems, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL.

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