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8,281 Physical science - matter Lesson Plans
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- 9th - 12th
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Students apply their knowledge of the physics principles of force, energy and motion to researching the physics behind amusement park rides. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students utilize their knowledge of basic physical science concepts to create movement patterns that simulate the movement of atoms and molecules. They formulate and answer questions about how movement choices communicate abstract ideas in dance. Full Review »
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- Kindergarten - 3rd
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Students explore the physics of pendulums using the swings in their schoolyard. They compare the difference in a pendulum's swing when using different sized weights. This is a fun way for students to use an everyday object to explore physics. Full Review »
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- Higher Ed
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Students read a case study about physics. They relate the topic to their own interests to make it more appealing to them. They share their information with the class. Full Review »
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- 7th - 8th
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Students use the concepts of simple machines to construct a mobile. The inquiry is made in groups and presentations are made by constructing reports. The assessment is based upon the final product of the mobile and how students use engineering principles. Full Review »
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- 9th
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Students conduct research about significant historical persons in the realm of Science. Using the information gathered they conduct an imaginary field trip to different locations that hold historical and scientific significance. Full Review »
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- 7th - 8th
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Students investigate how knowledge of science influences people in their daily lives, specifically in their careers. Students conduct interviews with an individual in a Science or Technology career as part of their research on the impact science has on occupational decisions. Full Review »
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- 10th - 12th
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Students discuss what physics is? They discuss how different disciplines have evolved in science. Students give an example of a situation in which a person studying physics might need to know something about the other disciplines within science. They create a concept map to show how the different disciplines in science are interrelated. Full Review »
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- 10th - 12th
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Students explore common items that operate on the basis of important principles in physics. They recognize that important ideas in physics are all around us. Students disassemble and re-assemble a variety of everyday things to try to discover what makes them work. Full Review »
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- 7th - 12th
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Students are introduced to the pedometer, and use this tool to associate physical activity (physical energy) with calories burned (chemical energy). They comprehend the making and burning of energy. Full Review »

