
Forces, Flight, and learning with UAVs (Drones): Lesson 1 of 4
by Rob Lynch
This is the first lesson in a series of 4. Students gain an understanding of the forces that are acting upon a drone when it is flying. They will learn about how thrust, weight, lift and drag work together to allow controlled flying of a UAV (drone). Links to helpful resources are provided in the lesson and allow the teacher to determine the depth of content coverage while teaching this lesson.
This lesson also contains the links to every lesson in the series.
Lesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1GfLDJG1cKC9Qw-NtFWoqtpHWdOyd8LIp/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P2: Objects at a Distance P3: Net Force P4: Energy Transfer Technology 1. Empowered Learner 5. Computational Thinker Engineering S4: Apply Science to Engineering English Language Arts (ELA) Reading (Informational Text) Speaking & Listening
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