English National Curriculum - Science Science
Mission Objectives
State and investigate the law of reflection
Describe why some surfaces are better than others at causing reflection
Carry out an activity to prove the law of reflection
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Words and meanings to learn
diffuse
spread over a wide area or between a large number of people
incident ray
a ray of light that strikes a surface; the angle between this ray and the perpendicular or normal to the surface is the angle of incidence
the law of reflection
the angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection
reflected ray
the ray which rebounds from a surface
scientific law
a rule of the universe that always holds true
Kate’s journey as a science educator spans over 15 enriching years. Her passion for unravelling the complexities of the human body led her away from medicine (as she hates blood but loves medical t-shows) and into the world of teaching. She’s had the privilege of nurturing young minds in KS3 and KS4 science, guiding A-level Biology students, and even taught year 4 students in Spain, broadening her teaching horizons early in her career. Kate holds a Masters in Teaching (MTeach) and specialises in biology. Her research for her Master's degree focused on the profound impact of self-efficacy on classroom learning. Beyond the classroom, she finds solace in leisurely family walks and exploring new destinations through travel. She finds that the most rewarding aspect of teaching is witnessing those magical "light bulb moments" when students grasp the intricacies of science right before her eyes.
Resources: Measuring reflection, laser/ray box /torch, plain mirror, foil, protractor, modelling clay, white plain paper, evaluate reflection data and handout.
Handout: Activities to accompany the mission assignment.
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