Atomic Physics

Curriculum details

Strand

Atomic and Nuclear Physics (Strand 4)

Sub-strand

Atomic Physics (4.1)

Content standard

1.4.1.CS.1 - Demonstrate knowledge of J. J. Thompson's, Rutherford's, Bohr's models of the atom and recognise their limitations. 1.4.1.LO.1 Describe the of the various atomic models. i.e., J. J. Thompson's, Rutherford's and Bohr's.

Indicator

1.4.1.LI.1 - Explain various atomic models and their limitations.

Suggested placement

Semester 2, Week 17 (Week 37 of the year)

Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.

Source document note

The official curriculum document has a fault in this entry, so the curriculum text above is transcribed exactly as printed:

• indicator text - p.80: the document prints this learning indicator code as 1. X.4.1.LI.1, with a literal X where the strand digit belongs; the content standard beside it reads 1.4.1.CS.1 and the assessment 1.4.1.AS.1

Curriculum reference

NaCCA curriculum document, p. 80

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Talk for Learning: Recall learners' relevant previous knowledge of atomic models in chemistry and let learners discuss in mixed-ability groups of 3 to 5 and relate the models to setups or systems.
Encourage reflection on the potential impact of biases on individuals' opportunities and aspirations, and foster a commitment to promoting equitable access and representation in the field.
Assessment (1.4.1.AS.1). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 1 Recall.
Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Videos,
- PhET interactive simulations,
- projectors,
- audio-visuals,
- atomic activity model