Rube Goldberg Machines: Transfer of Energy Through a System
by Desiree Clark
The lesson is designed for use as part of a unit on energy transfer within a system.
Before doing this lesson, students should have a basic understanding of potential and kinetic energy.
Students will be creating their own models to show their understanding.
Lesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1v3a6_qhdvsNiAJYC1JX3JA-i_vyYwIO6/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P4: Energy Transfer Technology 3. Knowledge Constructor Engineering S2: Apply the Engineering Design Process
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