Simpler Version:
Engage: (5-6 mins)
1. Greet the students after the five-minute grace period for their rotation has collapsed.
2. Ask the students if they are familiar with the game Simon says.
3. Explain that the objective of the game is to follow the rules.
4. Discuss how following rules is important for lab safety.
5. Ask the students to share their thoughts on the connection between the game and the lesson.
Explore: (8 mins)
6. Show the objectives of the lesson to the students.
7. Play the “Look What You Made Me Do Lab Song” and ask the students to listen for lab safety rules.
8. Have the students list as many rules as they hear in the song.
9. Reward the students who listed the most rules with a bonus.
Explain: (15 mins)
10. Divide the students into small groups.
11. Assign each group a lab safety topic (e.g., PPE, emergency shower, fire extinguisher).
12. Provide resources for the students to research and gather information on their assigned topic.
13. Instruct the groups to share their findings with each other.
Elaborate: (20 mins)
14. Each group will present their findings to the class.
15. Encourage students to ask questions and engage in a short discussion after each presentation.
Evaluate: (10 mins)
16. Ask the students to write a short response explaining the importance of following lab rules for lab safety.
Closure: (5 mins)
17. Address any questions or concerns from the students.
18. Review the objectives of the lesson.
19. Preview the next lesson on waste disposal in the lab.
Conclusion- Complete evaluation: (8 mins)
20. Ask the students to draw a lab safety measure they initially thought was useless but now understand its importance.
Same Version:
Engage: (5-6 mins)
1. Greet the students after the five-minute grace period for their rotation has collapsed.
2. Ask the students if they are familiar with the game Simon says.
3. Briefly explain that the objective of the game is to see who can follow the rules.
4. Explain that those students who cannot follow rules will be outed from the game easily.
5. Ask the students what they think the game has to do with the lesson.
- Expected response: Rules/lab rules/following instructions.
Explore: (8 mins)
6. Show the objectives of the lesson to the students.
7. Show the “Look What You Made Me Do Lab Song” (1) Look What You Made Me Do (Lab Safety Song) - Science Rap Academy - YouTube.
8. Instruct the students to listen carefully and list as many rules as they hear mentioned in the song.
9. Ask the students to stand and, through a process of elimination, the students with the most rules listed will get +2 pts bonus.
Explain: (15 mins)
10. Each workstation will choose a:
a. Researcher/leader
b. Demonstrator
c. Presenter 1
d. Presenter 2
11. Provide each workstation with a tablet that the researcher will use to gather information on lab safety topics.
12. Instruct the researcher to find out what each item is, how it is used, and why it is crucial for lab safety.
13. Have the researcher share this information with the other group members for them to be able to do a short presentation.
Elaborate: (20 mins)
14. Each group will present their findings to the class.
15. Encourage students to ask questions and engage in a short conversation after each presentation.
Evaluate: (10 mins)
16. Instruct the students to write a 5-sentence response to the question “How are the lab rules related to lab safety or is Ms. Robin just grumpy?”
Closure: (5 mins)
17. Ask the students if they have any questions or need clarification.
18. Review the objectives with the students.
19. Inform the students that the focus of the next lesson will be waste disposal in the lab.
Conclusion- Complete evaluation: (8 mins)
20. Instruct the students to draw one lab safety measure they thought was useless but now understand the reason for it.
More Complex Version:
Engage: (5-6 mins)
1. Greet the students after the five-minute grace period for their rotation has collapsed.
2. Ask the students if they are familiar with the game Simon says.
3. Engage in a brief discussion about the importance of following rules in various contexts, including lab safety.
4. Introduce the concept of the game Simone says, explaining that it is a variation of Simon says with a focus on lab safety rules.
5. Facilitate a brainstorming session where students share their thoughts on the connection between the game and the lesson.
Explore: (8 mins)
6. Display the objectives of the lesson on the board or projector.
7. Play the “Look What You Made Me Do Lab Song” (1) Look What You Made Me Do (Lab Safety Song) - Science Rap Academy - YouTube.
8. Instruct the students to actively listen and identify as many lab safety rules as they can from the song.
9. Divide the students into pairs or small groups and have them compare their lists, discussing any discrepancies and reaching a consensus on the rules mentioned.
Explain: (15 mins)
10. Assign each group a specific lab safety topic, such as personal protective equipment (PPE), emergency procedures, or chemical handling.
11. Provide resources, such as textbooks, articles, or websites, for the groups to conduct research on their assigned topic.
12. Instruct the groups to analyze the importance of their assigned lab safety topic, including its purpose, proper usage, and potential consequences of not following the guidelines.
13. Encourage the groups to collaborate and synthesize their findings into a cohesive presentation.
Elaborate: (20 mins)
14. Each group will present their findings to the class, utilizing visual aids, demonstrations, or multimedia presentations to enhance their delivery.
15. Facilitate a question-and-answer session after each presentation, allowing students to seek clarification, share additional insights, or engage in critical thinking discussions related to the presented lab safety topic.
Evaluate: (10 mins)
16. Assign the students a written response task, where they must compose a well-structured essay or report discussing the interconnection between lab rules and lab safety. Encourage them to provide evidence from the lesson, their own experiences, and additional research to support their arguments.
Closure: (5 mins)
17. Address any remaining questions or concerns from the students, ensuring that they have a clear understanding of the lesson content.
18. Recap the objectives of the lesson, emphasizing the key takeaways and connections made between lab rules and lab safety.
19. Provide a brief overview of the next lesson, focusing on the topic of waste disposal in the lab and its significance in maintaining a safe working environment.
Conclusion- Complete evaluation: (8 mins)
20. Instruct the students to create a visual representation, such as a poster or infographic, illustrating a lab safety measure they initially perceived as unnecessary but now comprehend its importance. Encourage them to include explanations and examples to support their understanding.
