An Inquiry Approach to Circular Motion
This lesson uses a Modeling Instruction approach to developing the graphical and mathematical relationships for Circular Motion for students in Grades 9-12. Students design an experiment, collect data using an online simulation, plot their results, and derive the relationship between net force, mass, velocity, and radius. Materials used include a Centripetal Force Apparatus, The Physics Aviary’s Classic Circular Force Lab simulation, Vernier's Graphical Analysis app, and Readings (links provided in the slide deck).
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Science Physical Science P3: Net Force Earth and Space Science E2: Earth & the Universe Technology 5. Computational Thinker Mathematics Measurement and Data (MD) Expressions and Equations (EE) Algebra (A) English Language Arts (ELA) Reading (Informational Text)Related Content
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