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Is it Better to Walk or Run in the Rain? Instructional VideoIs it Better to Walk or Run in the Rain? Instructional Video
Publisher
MinutePhysics
Resource Details
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
2:02
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Instructional Strategy
Direct Instruction
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Internet Access
Year
2012
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Instructional Video

Is it Better to Walk or Run in the Rain?

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No umbrella? No jacket? No problem! Physics scholars learn the mathematical advantage to running in the rain. The narrator illustrates the factors of top rain and side rain and how position and speed influence these factors.

6 Views 1 Download

Concepts

speed, distance, time, precipitation, area of parallelograms, geometric figures

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • After watching the video, have paired learners design an experiment around the concept
  • Follow up by watching the MythBusters video testing the run-versus-walk theory

Classroom Considerations

  • No prior knowledge is required for viewing the resource
  • This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

  • Animations help to break down the concept for younger scientists
  • The content links physics and geometry to strengthen the math-science connection

Cons

  • None

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