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Map the velocity of a thrown football using physics! Learners study vector addition using a football scenario. Two vectors model the movement of the receiver and quarterback while the resulting vector describes the velocity of the football.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use the video as an introduction to the parallelogram method of adding vectors
Classroom Considerations
- To use the included lesson plan, pupils require laptops with Internet access
- Expects a basic understanding of the game of football
- The video is the eighth lesson in a 10-part video series
Pros
- Provides ideas for extension and differentiation
- Uses NFL football players to model the concepts
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- None