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Buford High School CURRICULUM CALENDAR 2016-2017

COURSE: Honors Physics SEMESTER: Fall 2016

TEACHER(S): Lisa Knutson and Amanda Allen

WEEK DAY CONCEPT OBJECTIVES INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES STANDARDS(GSE, AP)

Week 1 Thursday, 8/4 Skill focus:Assessment and Development of Critical Thinking

Skills

To develop successful strategies for learning physics.

Bell Ringer: Students answer syllabus scavenger hunt questions.

Discuss any questions students have on syllabus. Individually, students solve a puzzle (Nature of Science,

Tangram Puzzle, etc.) Based on their success or lack of success in solving the puzzle,

in pairs, students create list of skills needed to be successful in a science class.

Students share items from their lists with the class. Students solve the horse matching activity.Homework: Students complete questionnaire and write a paragraph that discusses their attitude and experiences in/toward science classes.

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Friday, 8/5 Skill focus:Assessment and Development of Critical Thinking

Skills

To develop successful strategies for learning physics.

Bell Ringer: Students will write their name on the white board under the statement with which they most agree.

In groups, students will complete the “Why We Live Where We Live” activity

Each group shares their answers that are listed on large post-it notes

Class discussion of the importance of critical thinking habits and use of critical thinking skills in a science classroom

Homework: Students will write a goal statement and a plan for reaching the goal.

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Week 2 Monday, 8/8 Skill Focus:Pre-assessment of student’s content

knowledge

To collect baseline data on student’s prior knowledge of Physics

Bell Ringer: Complete scan-tron SLO Pre-Test After the test, students will read information on the scientific

method and answer the corresponding question set.

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Tuesday, 8/9 Skill focus:Manipulation and

recording of metric measurements

Apply the rules of significant digits to express the uncertainty in measured values

Use SI units to make measurements

Bell Ringer: Measure the length and width of a note card and a sheet of notebook paper.

Ask for student volunteers to share their measurements. Discuss any errors that were made and use these errors to review the recording of measurements to the correct number of significant digits. Discuss if prior knowledge of the size of the objects influenced how the measurement was obtained.

Ask students to calculate the area and perimeter of the notecard, and record using correct number of significant digits.

Ask for student volunteers to share their calculations. Use student answers to review the rules for recording calculated values to the correct number of significant digits.

In groups, students complete Lab-Create a Unit of Measure Before dismissal, discuss problems students encountered.Homework: Read article on the importance of significant digits (The Biggest Loser) and complete writing assignment

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Wednesday, 8/10 Skill focus: Manipulation and


Introduce the use of significant digits to express uncertainty in measured values

Use SI units to make measurements

Explain how adding a prefix changes a unit.

Bell Ringer: Students draw a slip of paper when they enter the room identifying a circular object. Students must put themselves in increasing order according to diameter.

Recognizing Sizes and Estimation Activity As a class, discuss and identify the use of prefixes to increase or

decrease the unit of size as appropriate. Review the most common metric prefixes Demonstrate basic metric conversions using dimensional

analysis.Homework: Conversion Worksheet

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Thursday, 8/11 Skill Focus:Manipulation and

recording of metric

Review basic math skills

Distinguish between

Bell Ringer: With your table partner, discuss different methods for solving a math problem. Determine the “best” method and record on the dry erase board.

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measurements accuracy and precision Determine the

precision and accuracy of measured quantities using standard deviation and percent error

Demonstrate how to solve a physics problem. As students practice, identify problems/issues and remediate. Show NBC Learn Video: Accuracy and Precision (Measuring a

Champion) Discuss the terms accuracy and precision. Review the use of

percent error and standard deviation to represent accuracy and precision.

Homework: Math skills practice worksheet

Friday, 8/12 Skill Focus:Manipulation and


Review and practice accuracy and precision

Identify and define basic graphing vocabulary

Bell Ringer: Given pictures of targets, students describe using the terms accuracy and precision

Ask for student volunteers to share their descriptions. Discuss any differences in descriptions.

Review rules of graphing Complete graphing activity Share answers that accompany the activity with a partner Discuss as a class areas of weaknessHomework: Graphing Assignment

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Week 3 Monday, 8/15 Skill Focus:Manipulation and


Identify and illustrate graphing relationships including linear, parabolic, and hyperbolic.

Practice graphing and interpretation of data

Bell Ringer: Draw and identify examples of the different types of graphing relationships

As a class, discuss the relationships identified by the students and show them sketches of any they did not identify.

In groups, students complete the Lab: Types of graphs As a class, share data and discuss their findings.Homework: Finish lab questions

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Tuesday, 8/16 Skill Focus:Critical Thinking

SkillsManipulation and


Application of the Scientific Method

All objectives from weeks 1-2

Bell Ringer: Create groups by matching review terms Practice of basic skills Review ActivityHomework: Study for unit test

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Wednesday, 8/17 Skill Focus:Critical Thinking

SkillsManipulation and


Application of the Scientific Method


Bell Ringer: Prepare materials for the test Unit Test #1Homework: Brainstorm list of possible science fair topics

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Thursday, 8/18 Skill Focus:Science Fair

RequirementsAnalysis of the

motion of objects in one dimension

Identify topics that have the potential to become long term research projects

Compare and contrast vector and scalar quantities

Compare and contrast distance and displacement

Bell Ringer: With a table partner, discuss the feasibility of the topics on the list created for homework

As a class, discuss science fair requirements and the best practices for identifying a topic

Show video clip examples of vectors and scalars Students create definitions of both terms based on video clips Class discussion of correct definitions and examples

(concentration on distance vs displacement) Activity: Distance and Displacement Activity: Drawing vectors to scaleHomework: Galileo vector activity

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Friday, 8/19 Skill Focus:Analysis of the


Compare and contrast vector and scalar quantities

Compare and contrast distance and displacement

Drawing vectors

Bell Ringer: Compare with a partner the ending point of Galileo.

Discuss any differences and account for those differences In groups of 2 students each, have students complete the

Activity: Pirate Treasure HuntHomework: Determine location of town on Zequop activity

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Week 4 Monday, 8/22 Skill focus:Analysis of the


Solve distance and displacement problems graphically and analytically.

Bell Ringer: With a partner, compare location of towns and determine correct locations

Calculate distance and displacement analytically for various town locations.

Discuss Pythagorean theorem as needed Solve vector word problemsHomework: Complete problem set

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Tuesday, 8/23 Skill focus:Analysis of the


Define velocity and speed

Measure and calculate average and instantaneous velocity in a given frame of reference

Bell Ringer: Quiz on Vectors and Scalars Students read article and highlight terms that relate to motion Show NFL Kinematics video clip Define and discuss terms: position, velocity and speed (notes

and ppt) and how they relate to vectors and scalars In groups, students collect data: Constant Speed LabHomework: Complete lab questions

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Wednesday, 8/24 Skill Focus:Analysis of the


Construct and interpret position – time graphs

Construct and interpret velocity – time graphs

Bell Ringer: Calculate the slope from a given graph As a class, discuss a position – time graph and the information

that it provides about the motion of the object Activity: Practice creating and interpreting position – time

graphs Discuss the conversion of a position – time graph to a velocity –

time graphHomework: Motion Graph worksheet

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Thursday, 8/25 Skill Focus:Analysis of the


Construct and interpret position – time graphs

Construct and interpret velocity – time graphs

Bell Ringer: Read Lab Procedure and Answer Pre-Lab questions Complete the lab – Graph MatchingHomework: Complete lab questions

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Friday, 8/26 Skill Focus:Analysis of the


Interpret position –time graphs

Convert position – time graphs into velocity –time graphs

Determination of area under the curve

Bell Ringer: Story Graph Activity As a class, review position – time graphs and velocity – time

graphs Demonstrate how to use area under the curve to determine

displacement of the object Practice area under the curve problemsHomework: Graph review worksheet

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Determine the displacement of an object through the determination of the area under the curve

Calculate average and instantaneous velocity in a given frame of reference

Bell Ringer: Calculate area under the curve of a graph Answer any questions over how to graph, determination of

slope and calculation of area under the curve Discuss the steps to solving a word problem/review

dimensional analysis when converting between units Model the steps when solving velocity and speed word

problems with emphasis on converting between units Students individually practice solving word problems and

converting between unitsHomework: Complete word problems

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Calculate average and instantaneous velocity in a given frame of reference

Bell Ringer: Match units and variables Review homework and remediate any issues with solving

velocity and speed word problems Model the steps for solving a “numberless” problemHomework: Problem worksheet

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Wednesday, 8/31 Skill Focus:Analysis of the



Bell Ringer: Solve a problem of choice and record answers on board

Review the different types of velocity (average, instantaneous, terminal, relative, constant and changing)

Review activityHomework: Study for test

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Thursday, 9/1 Skill Focus:Analysis of the



Bell Ringer: Prepare materials for the test Unit Test #2Homework: Work on science fair forms

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Friday, 9/2Early Release(1st, 2nd, 3rd, 5th)

Skill Focus:Science Fair

Research

Conduct research on chosen science fair topic.

Bell Ringer: Log unto Computer Research science fair topic Complete introductory paperwork

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Week 6 Monday, 9/5 LABOR DAY HOLIDAYTuesday, 9/6 Skill focus:

Analysis of the motion of objects in

one dimension

Define acceleration Construct and

interpret velocity – time graphs

Bell Ringer: Students answer questions on the board about acceleration (i.e. Definition of acceleration, can acceleration be negative, etc.)

With a table partner, students discuss their answers As a class, students collect data from the acceleration activity

(Curious George, string racer, etc.) Individually, students graph the data Use the activity to introduce acceleration – time graphsHomework: Complete lab calculations and graphs

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Wednesday, 9/7Essay – English

Skill focus:Analysis of the


Interpret velocity – time graphs

Construct/interpret acceleration – time graphs

Apply graphical and mathematical problem solving

Bell Ringer: Students will construct a position – time, velocity – time and acceleration – time graph for the situation on the board

Students will pair, share and discuss Review average and instantaneous acceleration using the data

from the previous acceleration activity Solve average acceleration problemsHomework: Acceleration worksheet

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Thursday, 9/8 Skill focus:Analysis of the


Recognize and solve constant acceleration problems using kinematic equations

Bell Ringer: Students will write a paragraph explaining how to determine distance traveled without using an equation.

Discuss student strategies utilized in solving the problem Introduce an algebraic approach using kinematic equations Discuss derivations of kinematic equations Construct a foldable for the equations Practice solving constant acceleration problems Homework: Acceleration problems

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Friday, 9/9Benchmark #1 – Electives



Solve kinematic problems

Investigate the concept of gravity

Bell Ringer: Check homework answers Practice kinematic problems Students will create a visual that demonstrates their

understanding of gravity Class discussion of Newton and gravity

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*NO OTHER MAJOR ASSESSMENTS ON WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7.**NO OTHER MAJOR ASSESSMENTS FROM THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 (INCLUSIVE).*

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Week 7 Monday, 9/12Benchmark #1 – Social Studies

Skill focus:All from weeks 1-7


Bell Ringer: Complete Graph That Motion on Physics Classroom Benchmark Review ActivityHomework: Study for Benchmark #1

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Tuesday, 9/13Benchmark #1 – Science

Skill focus:All from weeks 1-7

All from weeks 1-6 Bell Ringer: Prepare materials for Benchmark Benchmark #1

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Wednesday, 9/14 Skill focus:Analysis of the


Analyze/describe objects in free fall

Graph the motion of objects in free fall

Solve free fall problems

Bell Ringer: In groups, students complete the pre-lab questions Notes on free fall and how kinematics are used for free fall

situations Students will complete The Pendulum Lab to prove the value of

gHomework: Complete lab questions

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Thursday, 9/15Benchmark #1 –English






Bell Ringer: In groups, students complete the pre-lab questions Students will complete The Picket Fence lab to verify the value

of g determined from the pendulum labHomework: Complete lab questions

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Friday, 9/16Benchmark #1 –Math






Bell Ringer: List 5 reasons why reaction time is important Address any homework concerns In pairs, students complete lab – Determining Reaction Time Before dismissal, discuss lab results and perform error analysisHomework: Complete lab questions

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*NO OTHER MAJOR ASSESSMENTS FROM THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 (INCLUSIVE).*

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motion of projectiles

Recognize that the vertical and horizontal components of a projectile are independent of each other

Determine the relationship among the height, time in air, initial velocity, and range of a horizontal projectile

Bell Ringer: Is It a Projectile? Activity Present students with the scenario of a ball tossed straight up

in the bed of a pick-up truck. Ask students to predict where the ball will land.

In pairs, students share their predictions Demo the ballistics car to illustrate that the vertical and

horizontal components are independent/Discuss. Use graph of data for a dropped object and an object traveling at a constant speed to reinforce

Demo a horizontal projectile vs a dropped object/Discuss Demo a launched horizontal projectile and the effects of the

horizontal speed on the distance it travels. Model the solving of horizontal projectile problemsHomework: Horizontal projectile problems

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Solve horizontal projectile problem in a lab situation

Bell Ringer: Discuss with a partner the characteristics of a horizontal projectile. List 5 examples

As a class, discuss their lists Answer questions from homework problems Individually, students complete “washer activity” to reinforce

concepts Assign students to groups and complete pre lab discussions for

lab-Target PracticeHomework: Highway safety assignment

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Wednesday, 9/21 Skill focus:Analysis of the


Solve horizontal projectile problem in a lab situation

Bell Ringer: Collect supplies and materials for the lab Complete Part 1 of the lab “Target Practice” Before dismissal discuss any issues/concernsHomework: Complete error analysis and questions for Part 1

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Solve horizontal projectile problems

Bell Ringer: Collect supplies and materials for the lab Complete Part 2 of the lab “Target Practice” Before dismissal discuss any issues/concernsHomework: Complete error analysis and questions for Part 2

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Friday, 9/23 Skill focus:Analysis of the

Describe the motion of a projectile

Bell Ringer: With a table partner, discuss the question “Is an airplane a projectile?” and record why or why not an airplane is

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Early Release –Homecoming(7th, 6th, 4th, 5th)


launched at an angle a projectile As a class, discuss responses In small groups, students complete an investigative activity to

identify the characteristics of a projectile launched at an angle (Angry Birds )

Homework: Complete questions accompanying the activity

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Describe the motion of a projectile launched at an angle

Bell Ringer: Log on to the computer Complete Phet simulation-Projectiles Launched at an angle Complete Physics Classroom activity Homework-Complete questions

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Describe the motion of a projectile launched at an angle through the application of kinematic equations

Bell Ringer: Write a paragraph comparing and contrasting horizontal projectiles and projectiles launched at an angle

Review concepts learned from the Angry Birds activity and the Phet simulation

Model how to solve problems using the video of football player punting the ball

Practice solving problems individually using white boards to check student understanding

Homework: Solve projectile problems

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Wednesday, 9/28Essay –Social Studies



Describe the motion of a projectile launched at an angle through the application of kinematic equations

Bell Ringer: Find assigned lab partners and read over lab sheet Discuss lab procedures Move outside and complete lab-“Air Powered Projectiles” Return to classroom and complete calculationsHomework: Complete lab questions

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All from weeks 7-9 Bell Ringer: Begin review packet Discuss questions over projectiles and review for test Review activity Homework: Study for test

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Friday, 9/30 Skill focus:Analysis of the


All from weeks 7-9 Bell Ringer: Prepare for the test Unit Test – Projectiles After test students should read article about types of forces.

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*NO OTHER MAJOR ASSESSMENTS ON WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28.*

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Week 10 Monday, 10/3 Skill focus:Analysis of forces

and the relationship to Newton’s Laws of

Motion

Define force Describe the effects

of force on the motion of an object

Compare and contrast balanced and unbalanced forces

Bell Ringer: Complete force questions Introductory notes on types of forces Discuss which forces are present in a circular situation and how

they affect the object In groups of 4, complete activity Balanced vs Unbalanced

Forces using Jenga gameHomework: Complete questions accompanying Jenga activity

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Tuesday, 10/4 Skill focus:All objectives weeks

1-10

All objectives weeks1-10

Bell Ringer: With a table partner, review examples of balanced and unbalanced forces

Discuss Performance Assessment Read Performance Assessment articles Class discussion about the information in the articlesHomework-Study for Performance Assessment

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Wednesday, 10/5Essay –Science

Skill focus:All objectives weeks

1-10


Bell Ringer: Prepare for Performance Assessment Performance Assessment

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Thursday, 10/6 Skill focus:Analysis of forces


Motion

Draw free body diagrams to illustrate forces on moving and stationary objects

Bell Ringer: Identify all forces acting on a variety of objects Construct mini flip book and explain how to draw free body

diagrams (FBD) Practice drawing FBDHomework: Science Fair Assignment

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Friday, 10/7 FACULTY AND STAFF PROFESSIONAL LEARNING DAY / STUDENT HOLIDAY

*NO OTHER MAJOR ASSESSMENTS ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5.*

WEEK DAY CONCEPT OBJECTIVES INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES STANDARDS

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(GSE, AP)Week 11 Monday, 10/10 FALL HOLIDAY!

Tuesday, 10/11 Skill focus:Analysis of forces


Motion

Define Newton’s First Law of Motion

Bell Ringer: Complete inertia activity using note card and pennies

Address any questions on science fair projects Notes on Newton’s First Law of Motion In groups, complete First Law activitiesHomework: Complete questions on Newton’s First Law of Motion

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Wednesday, 10/12 Skill focus:Analysis of forces


Motion

Define Newton’s Second Law of Motion

Apply the Second Law in describing how the weight and mass of an object are related

Differentiate between actual weight and apparent weight

Bell Ringer: Answer questions about mass and weight on earth and moon

Notes on Newton’s Second Law of Motion Review acceleration Introduce W = mg and F = ma and explain relationship Discuss the differences between actual weight and apparent

weight Practice solving mass and weight problemsHomework: Problem worksheet

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Thursday, 10/13Early ReleaseProfessionalLearning(1st, 2nd, 3rd, 5th)

Skill focus:Analysis of forces


Motion

Apply the Second Law in solving problems given force, mass or acceleration

Bell Ringer: Draw FBD for the situation on the board Model and solve net force problems Practice solving net force problems and drawing FBDsHomework: Problem worksheet

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Friday, 10/14Early ReleaseHomecoming(7th, 6th, 4th, 5th)



Motion

Define friction Distinguish between

static and kinetic friction

Identify the factors affecting friction

Define coefficient of friction

Bell Ringer: Brainstorm situations when friction is a positive aspect and when friction is a negative aspect

Discuss bellwork and take notes on friction using mini activities as needed

Solve coefficient of friction problems and basic sum of force problems

Homework: Problem worksheet

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Week 12 Monday, 10/17 Skill focus:Analysis of forces


Motion

Investigate Solve sum of force problems involving friction

Bell Ringer: With a table partner brainstorm the maximum number of forces that can be accounted for in any net force situation

Show video clip on friction Model how to solve a sum of force problem Practice solving problemsHomework: Problem worksheet

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Tuesday, 10/18 Skill focus:Analysis of forces


Motion

Investigate the factors affecting friction on an incline

Solve friction problems on an incline

Bell Ringer: With a table partner, review the physics of racing Draw a FBD for a block on an inclined plane Discuss and model how to solve friction problems involving an

inclined plane Practice solving problemsHomework: Read and summarize an article on friction and driving

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Wednesday, 10/19PSATASVABCollege/Career Fair



Motion

Solve friction problems on an incline

Bell Ringer: Check homework answers Address questions and remediate as needed Solve more complex inclined plane problems as a jig-

saw style activityHomework: Problem worksheet

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Thursday, 10/20 Skill focus:Analysis of forces


Motion

Define Newton’s Third Law of Motion

Review the force of tension

Bell Ringer: Check answers from homework Discuss any questions and remediate as necessary Notes on Third Law of Motion using force probes as a demo Review the force of tension In groups, complete the Exploring Tension ActivityHomework: Complete questions from activity

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Friday, 10/21 Skill focus:Analysis of forces


Motion

Solve problems involving tension force

Bell Ringer: Determine which angle results in the greatest force of tension. Share answers with a table partner

Model solving tension problems with an emphasis on ropes at an angle

Demo the change in tension force with angle of rope Practice solving problems/review Pythagorean TheoremHomework: Tension worksheet

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Week 13 Monday, 10/24 Skill focus:Analysis of forces and the relationship to Newton’s Laws of Motion

Discuss centripetal motion

Relate centripetal acceleration to an object’s speed and radius of a circle

Discuss the types of forces involved in circular motion

Bell Ringer: Write a paragraph that compares linear motion to circular motion

Notes on circular motion Complete lab – When Pigs FlyHomework: Complete lab calculations

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Tuesday, 10/25 Skill focus:Analysis of forces and the relationship to Newton’s Laws of Motion




Bell Ringer: Log onto a computer Investigate Physics Classroom Circular Motion Interactive Complete corresponding question worksheet

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Wednesday, 10/26Essay –Math

Skill focus:Analysis of forces and the relationship to Newton’s Laws of Motion




Bell Ringer: Draw FBDs for a variety of circular situations Notes on centripetal force and centripetal formulas Model solving problems Problem solving practiceHomework: Practice problems

Thursday, 10/27 Skill focus:Analysis of forces and the relationship to Newton’s Laws of Motion




Bell Ringer: With a table partner, create a list of circus performances and identify the forces involved in each.

The Physics of the circus activity Begin working on Benchmark review guide

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Friday, 10/28Benchmark #2 –Electives

Skill focus:All to date


Bell Ringer: Write 5 review questions. Swap with a table partner and answer their questions.

Review activity for Benchmark ExamHomework: Study for Benchmark Exam

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*NO OTHER MAJOR ASSESSMENTS ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 26.*

*NO OTHER MAJOR ASSESSMENTS FROM THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27 – FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4 (INCLUSIVE).*

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Week 14 Monday, 10/31Benchmark #2 –Science

Skill focus:All to date


Bell Ringer: Prepare for Benchmark Benchmark #2

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Tuesday, 11/1Benchmark #2 –Social Studies

Skill focus:Scientific Research

Literature review for science fair project

Bell Ringer: Log onto computer Complete research needed for literature reviewHomework: Bibliography of research sources

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Wednesday, 11/2 Skill focus:Scientific Research

Literature review for science fair project

Bell Ringer: Log onto computer Create an outline for literature review Begin working on a rough draft (Due 11-8)

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Thursday, 11/3Benchmark #2 –Math

Skill focus:Describe

momentum and impulse and apply

to interactions between objects

Define momentum Measure and calculate

the vector nature of momentum

Determine the impulse given to an object

Demonstrate the factors required to produce a change in momentum

Bell Ringer-Students write and discuss their understanding of momentum

As a class, discuss their definitions and misconceptions Demo – egg toss, catching a ball, hitting a ball, etc/discuss Show Car Crash video clip Demonstrate impulse and the factors required to change

momentum Model solving momentum problemsHomework: Problem worksheet

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Friday, 11/4Benchmark #2 –English

Skill focus: Describe

momentum and impulse and apply

to interactions between objects

Apply knowledge of momentum and impulse

Bell Ringer: Log onto computer Complete momentum internet activitiesHomework: Complete internet assignment

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*NO OTHER MAJOR ASSESSMENTS FROM THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27 – FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4 (INCLUSIVE).*

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Week 15 Monday, 11/7 Skill focus:Describe

momentum and impulse and apply to the interactions between objects

Solve momentum/impulse problems involving the application of kinematic equations

Bell Ringer-Write a response to the following prompt: As head of NIHS, identify three recommendations for improving crash worthiness

Discuss responses while reviewing momentum and impulse Model and practice solving problems involving change in

momentumHomework-Solve change in momentum problems

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Tuesday, 11/8 Skill focus:Describe


Compare and contrast elastic and inelastic collisions

Relate Newton’s Third Law of Motion to Conservation of Momentum

Bell Ringer- Compare and contrast pictures of collisions Demonstrate and define elastic and inelastic collisions Notes on collisions and Conservation of MomentumHomework: Read and summarize article on safety and collisions

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Wednesday, 11/9Essay –Electives

Skill focus:Describe


Compare and contrast elastic and inelastic collisions

Relate Newton’s 3rd Law of Motion to Conservation of Momentum

Bell Ringer-Show a cartoon video clip illustrating a collision. Ask students to explain in terms of momentum and impulse

Assign groups and complete pre-lab for collision lab (TBD)

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Thursday, 11/10 Skill focus:Describe


Apply knowledge of momentum, impulse, and collisions

Bell Ringer-Assemble into assigned groups Complete Collision Lab (TBD) As a class, discuss /analyze why each device was or was not

successfulHomework-Complete lab write up

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Friday, 11/11 Skill focus:Describe


Solve Conservation of Momentum problems

Bell Ringer-Solve the momentum problem on the board As a class, discuss problems and answer any questions. Model and practice solving Conservation of Momentum

problems; elastic, inelastic, and recoil problemsHomework-Solve Conservation of Momentum problems

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*NO OTHER MAJOR ASSESSMENTS ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9.*

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Week 16 Monday, 11/14 Skill focus:Describe


All objectives week 14-15

Bell Ringer: Check answers to homework problems Discuss and go over any questions on homework problems Complete review activity/guide for testHomework-Study for test

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Tuesday, 11/15 Skill focus:Describe


All objectives week 14-15

Bell Ringer-prepare materials for test Unit Test-Momentum

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Wednesday, 11/16 Skill focus:Relate force to

work and explain how machines ease the load

Define work and power

Calculate work and power

Bell Ringer: Given examples of various situations, classify as either work or not work.

Ask for student volunteers to share and explain their classifications

Give notes using PowerPoint with emphasis on the 2 required conditions for work.

Distinguish between work and power Model and practice and solve work and power problemsHomework-Solve work and power problems

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Thursday, 11/17 Skill focus:Relate force to


Demonstrate real world examples of work and power

Bell Ringer: Solve problems on board Discuss and answer questions from homework In small groups, complete the lab-Work, Power, and Exercise Before dismissal, compare student resultsHomework-Complete lab calculations and questions

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Friday, 11/18 Skill focus:Relate force to


Identify the types of simple machines

Bell Ringer: Work and Power Quiz Review the 6 simple machines as needed Demo types of simple machines with mousetrap game In pairs, complete the Mousetrap puzzle

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THANKSGIVING BREAK!11/21 11/25

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Week 17 Monday, 11/28 Skill focus:Analyze, evaluate,

and apply the principle of

Conservation of Energy

Define energy, kinetic energy, and potential energy

Define Law of Conservation of Energy

Relate energy to work

Bell Ringer: Ask students to describe how work, power and energy was used during their break

Review work and power as needed Give notes on types of energy Demonstrate Conservation of Energy using a track set up Demonstrate and provide examples of the transformation of

energy between forms Relate energy to workHomework-Solve basic kinetic and potential energy problems

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Tuesday, 11/29 Skill focus:Analyze, evaluate,



Solve Conservation of Energy problems

Bell Ringer- Solve a kinetic and potential energy problem Model and practice solving Conservation of Energy problems

(use skier problem from old AP exam) Individually students work Conservation of Energy problemsHomework-Complete problems

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Wednesday, 11/30 Skill focus:Analyze, evaluate,



Demonstrate the Law of Conservation of Energy

Bell Ringer- Find lab group through matching activity Review types of energy with a focus on elastic energy Flying Monkey LabHomework: Complete lab questions

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Thursday, 12/1 Skill focus:Analyze, evaluate,




Bell Ringer-Ask students to identify safety restraints that should be mandatory on a roller coaster

Review homework problems Students select groups and complete preliminary planning on

roller coaster Submit sketch of planned roller coaster

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Friday, 12/2 Skill focus:Analyze, evaluate,




Bell Ringer: Get into groups and collect lab supplies Complete construction of the roller coaster Demonstrate roller coasters for the class As a class, discuss successes and failures and reasons for eachHomework-Complete lab write up

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WEEK DAY CONCEPT OBJECTIVES INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES STANDARDS

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(GSE, AP)Week 18 Monday, 12/5 Skill focus:

Research and presentation skills

Presentation of results from science research

Bell Ringer-Prepare for presentations Students present science fair literature review

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Tuesday, 12/6 Skill focus:Analyze, evaluate,


conservation of energy

All objectives weeks 15-17

Bell Ringer-Work on review guide As a class, review for test Complete review activity if time permits

Homework-Study for test

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Wednesday, 12/7 Skill focus:Analyze, evaluate,


conservation of energy


Bell Ringer: Prepare for the test Unit test – Work, Energy and Power

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Thursday, 12/8 Skill Focus: All to Date


Bell Ringer: Read the story In pairs, students solve problems accompanying The Christmas

StoryHomework: Continue working on review guide

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Friday, 12/9 Skill Focus: All to Date


Bell Ringer: Alphabet Game for Vocabulary Review for final exam

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WEEK DAY CONCEPT OBJECTIVES INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES STANDARDS(CCGPS, GPS, AP)

Week 19 Monday, 12/12 Skill Focus: All to Date


Bell Ringer: Write down 5 questions from review guide that need addressing

Go over review guide for final exam Complete review activity as time permitsHomework: Study for final exam

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Tuesday, 12/13 Semester Exams (Benchmark #3) – 7th PeriodWednesday, 12/14 Semester Exams (Benchmark #3) – 1st & 2nd PeriodsThursday, 12/15 Semester Exams (Benchmark #3) – 3rd & 4th PeriodsFriday, 12/16 Semester Exams (Benchmark #3) – 5th & 6th Periods

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Documents

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