Program Description
Through exploration with circuit blocks, students will design and build series and parallel circuits, including the addition of switches and various devices. They will also learn to assess the differences in these circuits, and draw circuit diagrams. Students will then use multimeters to explore how voltage is affected when additional loads are added in different types of circuits. As they wire miniature houses, they will experiment with various electrical devices (i.e., a light bulb, fan, and doorbell) and have an opportunity to measure electrical current, potential difference, and resistance at various points in their circuits. Students will experience an electrifying end to their program as they explore static electricity through demonstrations with our popular Van de Graaff machine.
Curriculum Links
ONTARIO
Grade 9: Science – Physics – Principles and Applications of Electricity;
The Characteristics of Electricity; Electrical Applications
QUEBEC
Secondary Cycle 2: Science and Technology – Material World
Teacher Resources
Complete your experience with the Electri-city Digital Learning Kit and Museum Mission.
Reference the following chaperone guides during your group's visit for tips on how to engage students with the exhibits.
Chaperone Guide 12 to 15 years
Chaperone Guides 15 years and up
Teacher Tips
Make name tags to help the museum educator build rapport with students. Students may bring a lunch or purchase one from the museum’s café.
Teachers may preview the museum free of charge at any time, by presenting proof of their teaching status at the admission desk.
Consider familiarizing your group with our site by downloading an informational document and a class presentation available below.
DOWNLOAD INFORMATION FOR PLANNING YOUR VISIT
DOWNLOAD THE ORIENTATION PRESENTATION FOR YOUR CLASS
Fees
$11.00 per student.
Includes Museum admission.
A minimum fee of $165.00 will be charged per group.
Program Details
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- View other programs for: Grade 9 (Ontario) or Secondary Cycle 2 (Quebec)