Date:
December 12. 2016
School Day: 080
Learning Objectives – “Students can…”
Assessment
1. Analyze new concept vocabulary – Vocabulary Enhancement (BW)
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2. Lab 2-3 / Modeling potential and kinetic energy (RC LAB)
In-class completion of the notebook/bell work (f)
Lab 2-3 / Modeling potential and kinetic energy (f)
Homework
Bell work
1. Complete RC model (construction) – 12/15
Using the vocabulary list provided at your seat complete today’s vocabulary
enhancement by: Choose One
2. Complete vocabulary (1-14) – 12/14
3. Notebook Assessment 2-4 (PR) – 12/14
4. Grade sheet (Print, Signed & Return) – 12/14
Makeup work must be turned in no later than Friday
December 16th
For each term on the list you may do one of
the following:
 Copy
 Summarize
 Provide an example
Incomplete or incorrect
vocabulary will be scored
accordingly.
No pictures – Text only
**Vocabulary assignments must be complete prior to notebook assessments – please
plan/prepare accordingly.
Reminders: Do not copy
Science Fair Projects - All remaining projects can be
presented for up to 50% credit before the end of the 3 rd
quarter. Non-participating students will fail the 3rd
academic quarter.
Linked Documents and Class Resource
Teacher’s NB 12/12
Lab 2-3 MODEL RC
CHALLENGE ↓
Vocabulary 1-14 ↓
@ Bottom
District Content Descriptor: Engineering Physics
Cause and Effect / Stability and Change
Patterns can be used to identify cause and effect relationships. (08-LS4-2)
Graphs, charts, and images can be used to identify patterns in data. (08-LS4-1), (08-LS4-3)
STEM – Problem solving using models and hands on investigation of the dynamics involved in forces and construction. Students will
develop ideas, test their hypothesis, model scientific methods as a means to create and communicate scientific evidences through
effective forms of media. These labs closely engage NGSS practices using high-interest lab science and hands on creative models.
Week 19: December 12 - 16. 2016
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2016-17
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Date:
December 13. 2016
School Day: 081
Learning Objectives – “Students can…”
Assessment
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1. Analyze and respond to our weekly Science Article (BW)
In-class completion of the notebook/bell work (f)
Lab 2-3 / Modeling potential and kinetic energy (f)
2. Lab 2-3 / Modeling potential and kinetic energy (RC LAB)
Homework
Bell work
1. Complete RC model (construction) – 12/15
Using good-practice reading techniques, read this week’s science article. When you
finish reading, complete the article questions below.
2. Complete vocabulary (1-14) – 12/14
1. What is the “Large Hadron Collider”?
3. Notebook Assessment 2-4 (PR) – 12/14
4. Grade sheet (Print, Signed & Return) – 12/14
Makeup work must be turned in no later than Friday
December 16th
Reminders: Do not copy
Science Fair Projects - All remaining projects can be
presented for up to 50% credit before the end of the 3 rd
quarter. Non-participating students will fail the 3rd
academic quarter.
Linked Documents and Class Resource
2. What does the “LHC” do – and why were people skeptical and
afraid of this machine?
3. What are they hoping to accomplish at the LHC?
4. What is the importance of creating “new particles” or “micro-black
holes”?
Teacher’s NB 12/13
Lab 2-3 MODEL RC
CHALLENGE ↓
Vocabulary 1-14 ↓
@ Bottom
Science Article: LHC new
dimensions (Physics)
District Content Descriptor: Engineering Physics
Cause and Effect / Stability and Change
Patterns can be used to identify cause and effect relationships. (08-LS4-2)
Graphs, charts, and images can be used to identify patterns in data. (08-LS4-1), (08-LS4-3)
STEM – Problem solving using models and hands on investigation of the dynamics involved in forces and construction.
Students will develop ideas, test their hypothesis, model scientific methods as a means to create and communicate scientific
evidences through effective forms of media. These labs closely engage NGSS practices using high-interest lab science and
hands on creative models.
Week 19: December 12 - 16. 2016
Fayette County
2016-17
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Date:
December 14. 2016
School Day: 082
Learning Objectives – “Students can…”
Assessment
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1. Use critical thinking to solve a problem. (BW)
2. Notebook Assessment 2-4 (PR)
In-class completion of the notebook/bell work (f)
Notebook Assessment 2-4 (PR) (S)
Homework
Bell work
1. Complete RC model (construction) – 12/15
Complete today’s challenge question in the notebook. When you finish, record your
answer on a small piece of paper and place it in the solutions chest at the front of the
room.
Makeup work must be turned in no later than Friday
December 16th
Reminders: Do not copy
Science Fair Projects - All remaining projects can be
presented for up to 50% credit before the end of the 3 rd
quarter. Non-participating students will fail the 3rd
academic quarter.
Linked Documents and Class Resource
Quiz 2-4 Review – Which of the following objects has the least potential energy?
Teacher’s NB 12/14
Lab 2-3 MODEL RC
CHALLENGE ↓
Notebook Scoring Rubric
District Content Descriptor: Engineering Physics
Cause and Effect / Stability and Change
Patterns can be used to identify cause and effect relationships. (08-LS4-2)
Graphs, charts, and images can be used to identify patterns in data. (08-LS4-1), (08-LS4-3)
STEM – Problem solving using models and hands on investigation of the dynamics involved in forces and construction. Students
will develop ideas, test their hypothesis, model scientific methods as a means to create and communicate scientific evidences
through effective forms of media. These labs closely engage NGSS practices using high-interest lab science and hands on
creative models.
Week 19: December 12 - 16. 2016
Fayette County
2016-17
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Date:
December 15. 2016
School Day: 083
Learning Objectives – “Students can…”
Assessment
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1. Analyze and respond to the YouTube - Q Review. (BW)
2. Lab 2-3 / Modeling potential and kinetic energy (RC LAB)
In-class completion of the notebook/bell work (f)
Lab 2-3 / Modeling potential and kinetic energy (f)
Homework
Bell work
1. Complete RC model (construction) – 12/15
YouTube Science – Watch the video and respond to the questions on the handout.
Makeup work must be turned in no later than Friday
December 16th
1. Observe: Describe the variables in this experiment – what is being compared?
Reminders: Do not copy
Science Fair Projects - All remaining projects can be
presented for up to 50% credit before the end of the 3 rd
quarter. Non-participating students will fail the 3rd
academic quarter.
2. Make a Prediction: Which object will hit the ground first – Why?
3. Conclusion: Based on what you have seen – write a simple explanation using the
term “gravity”.
YouTube Video Link
Linked Documents and Class Resource
Teacher’s NB 12/15
YouTube Video Science: Brian
Cox – Gravity in a Vacuum
Lab 2-3 MODEL RC
CHALLENGE ↓
District Content Descriptor: Engineering Physics
Cause and Effect / Stability and Change
Patterns can be used to identify cause and effect relationships. (08-LS4-2)
Graphs, charts, and images can be used to identify patterns in data. (08-LS4-1), (08-LS4-3)
STEM – Problem solving using models and hands on investigation of the dynamics involved in forces and construction. Students
will develop ideas, test their hypothesis, model scientific methods as a means to create and communicate scientific evidences
through effective forms of media. These labs closely engage NGSS practices using high-interest lab science and hands on
creative models.
Week 19: December 12 - 16. 2016
Fayette County
2016-17
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Date:
December 16. 2016
School Day: 084
Learning Objectives – “Students can…”
Assessment
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1. Share ideas by writing a paragraph in their science journal. (BW)
2. Lab 2-3 / Modeling potential and kinetic energy (RC LAB)
Homework
Bell work
There is no school next week – classes resume January
2nd, 2017
Science Journal: Day 15
2nd
Semester Instructional Modifications Handout
Complete a paragraph containing no less than five additional sentences that continue
the lead below.
Reminders: Do not copy
Science Fair Projects - All remaining projects can be
presented for up to 50% credit before the end of the 3 rd
quarter. Non-participating students will fail the 3rd
academic quarter.
Linked Documents and Class Resource
In-class completion of the notebook/bell work (f)
Lab 2-3 / Modeling potential and kinetic energy (S)
My last science journal of 2016 – I feel like…
Teacher’s NB 12/16
Lab 2-3 MODEL RC
CHALLENGE ↓
District Content Descriptor: Engineering Physics
Cause and Effect / Stability and Change
Patterns can be used to identify cause and effect relationships. (08-LS4-2)
Graphs, charts, and images can be used to identify patterns in data. (08-LS4-1), (08-LS4-3)
STEM – Problem solving using models and hands on investigation of the dynamics involved in forces and construction. Students
will develop ideas, test their hypothesis, model scientific methods as a means to create and communicate scientific evidences
through effective forms of media. These labs closely engage NGSS practices using high-interest lab science and hands on
creative models.
Week 19: December 12 - 16. 2016
Fayette County
2016-17
District Content Map
©Weger 2016 - 17
Vocabulary Physics 3 | 1-14
*Terms marked are review and only need completed if you have not completed them yet.
Momentum
A quantity defined as the product of the mass and the velocity of an object
Projectile Motion
The motion of objects that are moving in two dimensions under the influence of gravity
Terminal Velocity
The constant velocity of a falling object when the force of air resistance is equal in magnitude and opposite in direction to the force
of gravity
Free Fall
The motion of a body when only the force of gravity is acting on the body.
Efficiency
A quantity, usually expressed as a percentage that measures the ratio of useful work output to work input
Power*
A quantity that measures the rate at which work is done or energy is transformed
Work*
The transfer of energy to a body by the application of a force that causes the body to move in the direction of the force
Weight*
A measure of the gravitational force exerted on an object
Scientific Law*
A summary of many experimental results and observations; A law tells how things work
Mass*
measure of the amount of matter in an object
*Terms marked are review and only need completed if you have not completed them yet.
Vocabulary Physics 3 | 1-14
*Terms marked are review and only need completed if you have not completed them yet.
Momentum
A quantity defined as the product of the mass and the velocity of an object
Projectile Motion
The motion of objects that are moving in two dimensions under the influence of gravity
Terminal Velocity
The constant velocity of a falling object when the force of air resistance is equal in magnitude and opposite in direction to the force
of gravity
Free Fall
The motion of a body when only the force of gravity is acting on the body.
Efficiency
A quantity, usually expressed as a percentage that measures the ratio of useful work output to work input
Power*
A quantity that measures the rate at which work is done or energy is transformed
Work*
The transfer of energy to a body by the application of a force that causes the body to move in the direction of the force
Weight*
A measure of the gravitational force exerted on an object
Scientific Law*
A summary of many experimental results and observations; A law tells how things work
Mass*
measure of the amount of matter in an object
*Terms marked are review and only need completed if you have not completed them yet.
Hands on Physics – Activity 3-5
A Model Rollercoaster
Description: This activity requires creative engineering and a sound understanding of potential and kinetic energy systems. The models you are building
depend on gravity as a force to move an object. While there are many different ways to achieve this, one of the critical elements is that the object makes it
through all essential features and to the end of the model. You can use this rubric to help plan appropriately – Some features are worth more than others, so
placing them at points of greatest kinetic energy are important to passing.
Feature
Description
Points
The Drop
This is typically found at the beginning of a
model – it has maximum potential and
gains maximum kinetic energy
5
Min – Hill
A small incline, the object must
successfully move over and not return
10
Max – Hill
A larger incline, the object must
successfully move over and not return
15
Inversion
The object must use its mass to maintain
contact with the track – anytime the
object is on a side rail or experiences a
funnel
20
Loop/Full Inversion
The object must use its mass to complete
a full inversion of gravity – the object must
travel up-side-down
25
Motion Obstacle
Any obstacle that demonstrates an act of
force and results in motion aside from the
object
25
Jump
The object must leave and return to the
model as a demonstration of control – No
points are scored when this occurs
accidentally
25
X (Used)
Assigned
Total Points / Score
The goal of this activity is to score 75
points. This can be done with any
combination of the features described
(left)
**Elements such as the drop can only
occur at the start of the model –
therefore the model will have only one.
*All models will have a single release
point – the object must make it through
all features without assistance
*Creative themes will be rewarded with
additional bonus points – SEE “Zombie
Land” Sample
This is a Think/Pair/Share activity – You may have a partner if you choose, but all partners will share the same grade regardless of work completion.
Name(s) __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Lab 3-5 Planning & Assessment: This page needs to have a labeled illustration of your model. This will be used for building and assessment.
As you complete
your planning you
should always
keep in mind that
in order to
overcome an
obstacle you must
have a balanced
system of
potential and
kinetic energy.