Lesson 9. Measuring Length and Mass with Instruments
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Recap of previous lesson: Comparing and converting metric capacities.
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Quick quiz: Convert and order various metric capacities.
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Learning Objective: Use a suitable instrument to measure mass and length.
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Review of measuring length: The purpose and use of a ruler.
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Modelling: Using a centimetre ruler to measure lines and objects accurately.
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Practice: Measuring a variety of drawn lines and small classroom objects to the nearest millimetre.
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Discussion: Potential errors when measuring length and how to avoid them.
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Review of measuring mass: The purpose and use of scales.
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Modelling: Using kitchen scales to measure the mass of objects in grams.
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Practice: Measuring the mass of various small objects using scales.
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Discussion: Importance of zeroing scales and reading correctly.
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Activity: Measuring specified items and recording results with correct units.
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Check for understanding: Observing students’ practical measurement skills.
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