Intro to Physics: Students will be introduced to the concepts to be discussed throughout the course
- Measuring in Physics (Inquiry Based Exploration) (2 days)
- Reference Point Activity: Describing motion in terms of a frame of reference
- Syllabus: Review of classroom expectations, rules, routines, protocol (sign and return)
- Math Basics Activity: Solving Algebraic Equations
- Graphing Basics Activity
- Describe the motion of an object in terms of its distance or position vs. time. (Velocity vs. Speed activity)
- Weekly Summation with graphic organizer
- Compare and Contrast Activity: Vectors vs. Scalars ( Hands on activity with whiteboards)
- Lab - Calculating Velocity and Speed