Lesson Plan | Socioemotional Learning | Periodic Table: Non-Metal

Objective

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

This stage aims to clarify the learning outcomes for students, guiding them on the skills they'll be developing throughout the lesson. It helps to keep their focus on the specific tasks at hand, also connecting these skills to socio-emotional growth like self-awareness and social consciousness, as they explore interactions with both materials and classmates during learning.

Objective Utama

1. Identify the primary characteristics of nonmetals found in the periodic table.

2. Locate nonmetals within the periodic table, specifying categories like halogens.

3. Distinguish nonmetals from metals by comparing their properties and placement in the periodic table.

Introduction

Duration: (15 - 20 minutes)

Emotional Warmup Activity

Mindfulness Session for Focus and Concentration

For a warmup, we will conduct a guided Mindfulness session. This practice encourages students to enter a state of full awareness, concentrating on their breath and physical sensations. It promotes relaxation, reduces anxiety, and enhances focus, creating a positive atmosphere for learning.

1. Have students sit comfortably in their chairs, feet flat on the floor, and hands resting in their laps.

2. Instruct them to gently close their eyes and take several deep breaths, inhaling through the nose and exhaling through the mouth.

3. Guide students to focus on their breathing, noticing the air moving in and out of their lungs, and how their chest and abdomen rise and fall with each breath.

4. Encourage them, without judgment, to redirect their focus back to their breath whenever they notice their mind wandering.

5. After a few minutes, prompt students to expand their awareness to their body sensations, identifying any areas of tension and encouraging relaxation.

6. Close the session by having students slowly open their eyes and re-engage with the classroom, while maintaining the calmness achieved during the practice.

Content Contextualization

The periodic table is a crucial resource in chemistry, aiding scientists and students in understanding the properties of elements and their interactions. Nonmetals, in particular, have distinct traits that play a key role in numerous chemical reactions and industrial applications. For example, halogens like chlorine and fluorine are commonly utilized in water treatment and pharmaceuticals. Grasping these elements is not only fundamental for learning chemistry but also for recognizing their significance in our daily lives and society. This knowledge cultivates a sense of responsibility and curiosity, motivating students to explore how chemistry can enhance quality of life and address global challenges.

Development

Duration: (60 - 75 minutes)

Theory Guide

Duration: (20 - 25 minutes)

1. Definition of Nonmetals: Explain that nonmetals are chemical elements that do not exhibit metallic traits. They typically serve as poor conductors of heat and electricity, and have high electronegativity and electron affinity.

2. Location in the Periodic Table: Point out that nonmetals are primarily on the right side of the periodic table, with hydrogen positioned at the top of group 1. Use the periodic table to pinpoint these locations.

3. Physical and Chemical Properties: Emphasize that nonmetals generally have lower melting and boiling points than metals, tend to be more brittle, and can exist in solid, liquid, or gas states at room temperature. Provide examples like carbon (solid), bromine (liquid), and oxygen (gas).

4. Specific Types of Nonmetals: Discuss halogens, which make up group 17 of the periodic table, including elements such as fluorine, chlorine, bromine, and iodine. Highlight their key properties and common uses, such as in water purification and drug manufacturing.

5. Differentiation between Metals and Nonmetals: Stress the main distinctions, such as electrical and thermal conductivity, malleability, ductility, and physical states. Employ a comparative table for a visual representation.

6. Examples and Applications: Share practical examples of nonmetals in everyday life, such as carbon used in pencils and water filters, nitrogen in fertilizers, and the application of halogens in medicine.

Activity with Socioemotional Feedback

Duration: (35 - 40 minutes)

Exploring Nonmetals in the Periodic Table

In this activity, students will investigate the properties and location of nonmetals on the periodic table through an engaging group dynamic. They'll be divided into small teams and each group will research and present their findings on a specific nonmetal, emphasizing its properties, applications, and differences from metals.

1. Split the class into groups of 3 to 4 students.

2. Assign a specific nonmetal element to each group (e.g., carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, fluorine, etc.).

3. Prompt the groups to research their assigned element, focusing on its physical and chemical properties, location in the periodic table, practical applications, and differences from metals.

4. Instruct groups to prepare a brief presentation (5 minutes) to share their research with the class, utilizing posters, slides, or other visual aids to enhance their presentation.

5. After the presentations, open the floor for questions and discussions, encouraging students to exchange insights and seek clarifications.

Discussion and Group Feedback

Post-group presentations, employ the RULER method to facilitate a discussion focused on socio-emotional feedback. Recognize the emotions students experienced during their presentations and while listening to others, asking how they felt throughout the activity. Understand the reasons for those feelings by discussing sources of anxiety, excitement, or curiosity. Label these emotions accurately and express the significance of managing them appropriately, like supporting peers and valuing individual contributions. Finally, regulate the emotions by suggesting techniques for improving self-expression and control during future presentations. This step reinforces the learned content while nurturing essential socio-emotional skills such as empathy, effective communication, and self-confidence.

Conclusion

Duration: (20 - 25 minutes)

Reflection and Emotional Regulation

To wrap up the lesson, propose a written reflection or a group discussion about the challenges encountered during the lesson and how students managed their emotions. Provide an opportunity for them to articulate or write about specific instances when they felt anxious, excited, or frustrated, as well as how they coped with those feelings. Encourage them to share strategies that helped them maintain focus and calm. This could be done in a journal or through a circle discussion format, allowing each student a chance to contribute.

Objective: The goal of this section is to foster self-assessment and emotional regulation. By reflecting, students will identify successful strategies for navigating difficult situations, applying these lessons to the lesson context. This process enhances self-awareness and self-control, which are vital skills for socio-emotional growth.

Glimpse into the Future

At the lesson’s conclusion, suggest that students identify personal and academic goals related to the content covered. Encourage them to consider how they can apply what they’ve learned about nonmetals to their everyday lives and future chemistry assignments. Invite them to set a short-term goal, like reviewing the lesson material in a week, alongside a long-term goal, such as achieving a thorough understanding of the periodic table by the semester’s end.

Penetapan Objective:

1. Review the lesson content on nonmetals in a week.

2. Conduct additional research on a specific nonmetal and share it with the class.

3. Apply the knowledge gained about nonmetals in a science project.

4. Achieve a comprehensive understanding of the periodic table by semester's end.

5. Develop the ability to present scientific information clearly and with confidence. Objective: This section aims to bolster students' autonomy and practical application of learning, promoting continuity in academic and personal growth. By setting goals, students commit to ongoing learning and finding meaningful ways to apply their acquired knowledge.