Bozeman Science
The Scientific Method
Mr. Andersen gives a brief description of the scientific method.
Bozeman Science
Simple Machines
Mr. Andersen explains the simple principles behind simple machines. He shows how the mechanical advantage of a simple machine can increase the input force. A brief discussion of work is also included.
Curated Video
Machines: Building the Pyramids
It was thought the Egyptians used only manual labour to build some of the Wonders of the World. Now it is though they could have used simple machines. Physics - Forces - Learning Points. It is believed that the Egyptians constructed the...
Curated Video
Planes, Wedges, Screws
There are only six basic types of machine. Discover more about planes, wedges and screws: what are they and why are they useful? Physics - Forces - Learning Points. Machines based on the ideas of Archimedes make work easier. An inclined...
Curated Video
I WONDER - What Is An Inclined Plane?
This video is answering the question of what is an inclined plane.
Curated Video
Simple Machines
A video entitled “Simple Machines” which explores examples of simple machines, including levers, wheels and axles, wedges, screws, and inclined planes.
Curated Video
Force and Motion
A video entitled “Force and Motion” which depicts an experiment to show how force affects motion.
Mazz Media
Screw
This live-action video program is about the word screw. The program is designed to reinforce and support a student's comprehension and retention of the word screw through use of video footage, photographs, diagrams and colorful, animated...
Curated Video
System of particles & Rotational motion particles
This nugget introduced the system of particles, rigid bodies about the kind of motion of rigid body.
Visual Learning Systems
Understanding Inclined Planes
In this video, we explore the concept of inclined planes, which are simple machines that make it easier to move heavy objects. This video is part of the 11-part series, Everyday Simple Machines.
ATHS Engineering
Mechanisms: Inclined Planes, Wedges, and Screws
In this video, we learn about the three types of simple machines: inclined planes, wedges, and screws. We explore how they work, their mechanical advantages, and the terminology associated with screws. Music: Foundation by Vibe Tracks
Wonderscape
Science Kids: Six Simple Machines
In this video, students will learn about six simple machines: lever, inclined plane, wedge, wheel and axle, pulley, and screw. They will understand the basic principles of how these machines work and how they can make our lives easier by...
Mazz Media
Simple Machine
This live-action video program is about the term simple machine. The program is designed to reinforce and support a student's comprehension and retention of the term simple machine through use of video footage, photographs, diagrams and...
Mazz Media
Simple Machines
Students learn to define and recognize the six simple machines: the inclined plane, the wedge, the screw, the lever, the wheel and axle, and the pulley. Real life situations demonstrate the function and purpose of each machine. Students...
Visual Learning Systems
Understanding Work and Simple Machines
In this video, the concept of work is explained, highlighting that work is done when a force causes an object to move. It also introduces the idea of simple machines, which can decrease the amount of force or effort needed to do work....
Mazz Media
Inclined Plane
This live-action video program is about the term Inclined plane. The program is designed to reinforce and support a student's comprehension and retention of the term Inclined Plane through use of video footage, photographs, diagrams and...
Professor Dave Explains
Frictional Forces: Static and Kinetic
Newton's first law tells us that an object in motion will remain in motion, but we don't really see that on earth, do we? If you throw a ball, or push a hockey puck, these things do eventually stop. Why? To answer this we must learn...
Visual Learning Systems
Simple Machines: Inclined Planes
A day does not go by without using simple machines. This program explores the six major types of simple machines with practical, colorful examples of each. Vivid video footage illustrates how each of the following simple machines works...
Curated OER
Simple Machines
Simple machines and the relationship between work and force are defined. Inclined planes, the wheel and axle, pulleys, levers, wedges, and screws are detailed. This video consists entirely of typed white print appearing across a purple...
Other
Vimeo: Bill Nye the Science Guy Simple Machines (Full Episode)
Learn about the six simple machines and how they make work easier, in this complete episode of Bill Nye, Simple Machines. [22:32]
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Curious George: Ramp N Roll
In the video Hundley's Great Escape, Curious George and the cat, Gnocchi, can easily climb out through a window in the basement when the door closes behind them. Now George must figure out how to build a ramp so that Hundley, a little...
PBS
Wgbh: Peep and the Big Wide World: The Way Things Move: The Whatchamacallit
Peep's friend, Raccoon, has found a whatchamacallit, and Peep, Chirp, and Quack go to find out what it is. Learn about ramps and inclined planes with this group of friends. [8:50]
PBS
Wgbh: Peep and the Big Wide World: The Way Things Move: Building Ramps
Watch these students explore ramps by building them at different heights, and rolling different types of balls down them. Find out what they discover. [1:27]