Represent motion with arrows and call them vectors! The lesson is a presentation that models the mathematics involved when determining a resultant vector. It addrssses motions that are parallel, perpendicular, and a combination of both. 

Concepts

vectors, scalar numbers, addition vectors

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Create a guided notes document to accompany the presentation; allow pupils to perform calculations before they are shown in the presentation
• Provide a graphic organizer for individuals to record new vocabulary and mathematical ideas

Classroom Considerations

• Provides document as a PowerPoint presentation; edit if needed to match your objectives

Pros

• Logical progression of difficulty; includes both basic and challenging questions
• Includes helpful diagrams and worked out solutions to aid in pupil understanding and notetaking 

Cons

• None

Common Core

HSN-VM.B.4.a HSN-VM.B.4.b HSN-VM.B.4.c