Nanotechnology and Human Health

CONTENTS OF CURRICULUM UNIT 10.05.05

  1. Unit Guide
  1. Introduction and Rationale
  2. Objectives
  3. Background
  4. How Small are Nanoparticles Measured on the Nanoscale?
  5. What is the Relationship Between Size and Scale?
  6. Nanoscale Tools and Instruments.
  7. Structure of Matter at the Nanoscale
  8. Manipulation of Nanoparticles
  9. Nanotechnology Revisited
  10. How does DNA Work?
  11. What is Biomimicry?
  12. Strategies
  13. Independent Research
  14. Classroom Activities
  15. Resources and Websites
  16. Glossary
  17. Endnotes
  18. Appendix

Nanotechnology for Enhancing Math, Science, and Language Arts in the Elementary Grades: How Small Is Your Future?

Doriel I. Moorman

Published September 2010

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Guide Entry to 10.05.05

Nanoscience is the study of matter at the molecular scale and takes us into a scientific arena where the properties of matter are different from the macroworld in which we live. It demands new tools, new understandings, and may be the beginning of a new technological revolution. This unit introduces elementary students to the world of nanotechnology. It provides them with an overview of what nanotechnology is, how it is used, and how it will impact our future. This unit provides students with a basic understanding of the structure of matter, how scientists are able to study and manipulate nanoparticles, and the role that nature plays in this emerging science. It was written to make integration into a math and/or language arts curriculum program relatively easy without sacrificing the content that is required to be covered. It is an engaging and interactive unit with the goal of enticing students to develop an interest in science in general and nanoscience in particular. The four key factors presented for students to keep in mind as they explore the nanoworld are: all matter is made of atoms, atoms are in constant motion, molecules have size and shape, and molecules arranged into nano-objects have unexpected properties.

(Developed for Elementary Math Enrichment and Elementary Language Arts Enrichment, grade 5; recommended for Math, Science, and Language Arts, grade 5 and adaptable for grades 2-4)

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