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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.
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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
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- None