Interactive

Tetherball

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What forces are at work when playing tetherball? Using a simulator, pupils control the ball mass, tether length, and ball speed to better understand the physics of the game. A worksheet and challenge questions reinforce the concepts presented.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Play tetherball if possible, or make a small model of a tetherball for students to view
Classroom Considerations
  • Requires a free CK-12 account to access the interactive
  • Assumes prior knowledge of gravitational force, tension force, and net force
Pros
  • Shows force diagram
  • Offers a video walk through of the simulator
Cons
  • None
Common Core