Assist your class with correctly calculating the values for force, work, and power as they determine the amount various activities require. They gather data and participate in a group discussion to compare results upon conclusion of the activity.

Concepts

work, power, force, electromagnetism

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Hold a contest in the class and have each group of individuals participate in a series of activities to gather data on how much work and power is necessary to complete each activity; discuss the results
• Take a field trip to a local amusement park or kid's playground to perform experiments on rides available to them

Classroom Considerations

• Individuals with special needs or those who cannot physically take part in some of the activities can participate in alternate activities designed for them

Pros

• May be adapted and extended, depending on time allotment for the unit
• Contains assessments, strategies for differentiated learning, and alternate activities to engage all individuals

Cons

• None