Conduction, convection and radiation GCSE lesson

GCSE lesson on conduction, convection and radiation (the 3 heat transfer processes).

LOs:
Describe the processes of heat transfer in solids, fluids and vacuums.
Explain convection currents in detail.
Compare and contrast the three types of heat transfer.

1. Do Now: What is happening in the picture? Explain this process in terms of the energy of the particles
2. Exposition/Demonstration: Modelling the 3 types of heat transfer using a ball (students could write down their understanding of the 3 processes)
3. Mini-plenary: 'Back to back' activity, where students split into pairs, with one facing the front. This student has to describe what they see without using the 3 key words (conduction, convection or radiation)
4. Student Activity: Venn diagram for students to complete on conduction, convection and radiation, using words, diagrams etc. (helper sheet if needed)
5. Plenary: Exam style question about keeping a house warm

Option extension/extra activities included:
1. Table for students to complete on conduction, convection and radiation
2. Video questions (video on YouTube) for students to complete on conduction, convection and radiation

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