CLIL Teaching - Photoelectric Effect

Objectives

• Understand the basic principles of the photoelectric effect
• Explain the concept and process of the photoelectric effect in English
• Analyze experimental results of the photoelectric effect with critical thinking

Introduction

Question Activity: What is light?
Introduction to Wave-Particle Duality of Light
Explanation of Learning Objectives

Content Presentation

Watch Animation Video: Introduction to the Photoelectric Effect
Key Vocabulary:

• Photon
• Electron
• Threshold frequency
• Metal surface

Interactive Reading: Fill in the keywords in the article

Activities

Group Discussion: Discuss the article content with guiding questions

• What happens when light hits the metal surface?
• What is the role of photons in the photoelectric effect?

Experiment: Simulate the photoelectric effect experiment and record results
Worksheet: Fill-in-the-blank, multiple-choice, and short answer questions

Summary

Class Presentations: Each group briefly reports their discussion results and experiment observations in English
Q&A Session: Answer students' questions and explain the applications of the photoelectric effect

Assessment

Quiz: Assess students' understanding of the photoelectric effect and their English proficiency
Homework: Write a short essay describing the photoelectric effect and discussing its practical applications

Resources

• Animation Video: Introduction to the Photoelectric Effect on YouTube
• English Articles: Scientific journals or educational websites
• Worksheets and Quiz Questions
• Photoelectric Effect Simulation Software: PhET Interactive Simulations

Reflection and Improvement

Collect student feedback
Adjust teaching strategies