From melting points to global trade,there are plenty of ways to teach your students about the science and economics of steel
Steel is tremendous news at the moment. Last week’s announcement that the Indian firm Tata wants to pull out of British steel-making, risking 15000 jobs, or came as a shock. The stride has sparked fiery debates about government responsibility for commerce,renationalising the industry and the devastating impact that will be felt by communities that rely on steel manufacturing. The news is one way to hook your students into a discussion about steel – from how it is made to its socio-economic impact – but it’s complicated so how can you help your students understand it?Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com