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Physics can make football players better. A creative video shows learners how to apply the Pythagorean Theorem to defensive situations. The first of a 10-part video series calculates the distance a defender needs to cover using right triangle mathematics.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use the lesson as an introduction to vectors or to practice using the Pythagorean Theorem to find the distance a defender must cover
Classroom Considerations
- Requires a familiarity with using square roots to solve an equation
Pros
- Uses real NFL footage to create motivation for the lesson
- Builds a math/science connection to a real-life scenario
Cons
- None