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There are no tricks here! Young scholars learn about the concept of centripetal acceleration by studying the design of the snowboarding half pipe. A video lesson describes how the half pipe design affects the motion of the boarders.
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CCSS:
Adaptable
NGSS:
Adaptable
Concepts
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Instructional Ideas
- Incorporate during a unit studying Newton's laws of motion
- Have pupils write down unfamiliar vocabulary while watching the video
Classroom Considerations
- Expects an understanding of velocity and acceleration
Pros
- Designed for a wide variety of grade levels
- Provides a real-life connection to important science concepts
Cons
- None