Fracture-Resistant Ceramics (The Corelle Plate)

This four-page instructor guide from Edmonds Community College provides a lesson plan demonstrating the durability, design, and structure of Corelle tempered glassware products. Using the example of a Corelle plate, students learn about ceramics, glasses, and the effect of manufacturing processes on materials properties. lesson includes a demonstration and discussion during one class period, and can be adjusted for different instructional levels. The instructor guide includes the following sections: Objectives, MatEd Core Competencies Addressed, Equipment and Supplies Needed, Instructor Background and Notes, Experimental Process, and Evaluation.