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Cosmic Measurements
Students develop two units of measurement to relate to the astronomical unit and the light year. In this astronomy instructional activity, students use a Twizzler to develop a measurement unit similar to the astronomical unit. They use a...
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Vectors
In this Algebra II instructional activity, 11th graders find the sum of a pair of vectors. The two page instructional activity contains a combination of nine multiple choice and free response questions. Answers are included.
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Does Weight Affect Drag?
Students investigate how weight affects a parachute's rate of fall. In this investigative lesson students test parachutes, average results and conclude what makes a faster descent.
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Applied Fundamental Theorem of Calculus
Students apply the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. In this calculus instructional activity, students identify the graphical connections between functions and accumulation functions. They use a TI to represent the functions.
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Trundle Wheel
Sixth graders explore the uses of a trundle wheel. In this units of measurement lesson, 6th graders use trundle wheels to measure distances.
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Centripetal Force
Students experiment to show the components that dictate centripetal force in an object. They observe how the object moves in a circular path around a central point.
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Motion Through the Ages
Eighth graders conduct internet research to produce a timeline of man's growth in understanding of concepts of motion and planetary motion through history.
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Engineering in a Calculus Classroom
Students solve several differential equations. In this calculus instructional activity, students test their modulus calculation by testing different weights or beam lengths. They share their findings in class.