Torque--a teachable moment? Here's a lesson on torque (or moment) and variables that include size, reinforcement, structural bracing, and material that affect torque.

Concepts

torque, force, technology resources

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Additional Tags

torque, torsion

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Instructional Ideas

• Invite an engineer to discuss torque

Classroom Considerations

• Be sure to use the activity associated with the lesson
• Lesson builds on knowledge from previous lessons; learners need to have understanding of forces and loads
• The fifth installment of a six-part series

Pros

• Teacher guide includes detailed information in lesson background section

Cons

• Does not contain worksheets or handouts