Level I Physics 2010-2011
Additional PLN dates: April 27th, May 12th
Mon., May 23, 2011 |
Tues., May 24, 2011 |
Wed, May 25, 2011 |
Thurs, May 26, 2011 |
Fri, May 27, 2011 |
Main Concept: Thermodynamics Test LEQ: Methods HW |
Last senior day of class Main Concept: LEQ: Methods HW |
Main Concept: Day 1: review for Final Exam LEQ: Methods Class time to review past tests and ask questions HW |
Main Concept: Day 2: review for Final Exam LEQ: Methods Class time to review past tests and ask questions HW |
First session of Senior final exams |
Mon., May 16, 2011 |
Tues., May 17, 2011 |
Wed, May 18, 2011 |
Thurs, May 19, 2011 |
Fri, May 20, 2011 |
Main Concept: Heat engines LEQ: How is conservation of energy used to explain heat engines? Methods Conservation of energy will be used to show how the energy is used in a heat engine. HW p 410 73, 74, 75 |
Main Concept: Carnot cycle LEQ: What are the important concepts with the Carnot Cycle? Methods Walk through the steps of the Carnot cycle utilizing the terms defined from last week. Incorporate the 1st law with each step. HW p. 410 73, 74, 75 |
First law quiz Main Concept: heat pumps LEQ: How and why do heat pumps work? Methods Explain the process as a heat engine in reverse. Explain how they work in real life. HW 91 |
Heat Engine Quiz Main Concept: Engine cut-away demos LEQ: Methods HW |
Main Concept: Review for test LEQ: Methods HW |
Mon., May 9, 2011 |
Tues., May 10, 2011 |
Wed, May 11, 2011 |
Thurs, May 12, 2011 |
Fri, May 13, 2011 |
Quiz on all thermal information to date Main Concept: Transfer of thermal energy (Day 2) LEQ: How is thermal energy transferred? Methods Conduction, convection, and radiation. Explain each and go through some problems with each. |
Professional Visitations; I will not be in class Main Concept: Review of thermal chapter LEQ: What must be known to be successful on the test? Methods HW |
Main Concept: Thermal physics test LEQ: How much is known about Thermal Physics? Methods HW |
PLN: I will not be in class Return & correct Thermal unit Test |
Main Concept: Mechanical equivalent of heat. (James Joule). -Intro to heat engines. -Intro of Thermo zeroeth law, first law, first law problems. -Definitions of terms LEQ: How is Heat related to mechanical energy? Methods History of chemsitry & thermal physics. Experiments by Rumford & Joule. Units of energy. Applications of this work in the heat engine. HW Read chap 12, pp 383-386. p 408 #13, 17, 21 & correct past test. |
Mon., May 2, 2011 |
Tues., May 3, 2011 |
Wed, May 4, 2011 |
Thurs, May 5, 2011 |
Fri, May 6, 2011 |
Block periods: 1, 2, 6 Main Concept: Introduction to heat and temperature Define: temperature, Heat, Celsius-Fahrenheit conversion. Direction of heat flow. History of Fahrenheit scale, advantages & disadvantages. Heat. Problems with Expansion. LEQ: Why is temperature and heat typically misunderstood? Methods Intro temperature. Define temperature, heat, internal energy. Explain derivation of the temperature scales. Intro Thermo unit. -Significance of Fahrenheit scale. -Thermal expansion; linear & volumetric. HW-Read 326-331 6, 7, 45, 46, 47, 50, 51, 53 |
Block periods: 3, 4A Main Concept: Specific Heat and determining change in temperature of a material. LEQ: How does specific heat affect the temperature change of an object? Methods -Determine final temp when two liquids are mixed. -Explain how heat flows hot to cold. Write equation then solve for the unknown. Sample problems HW Read 354 - 360 #’s 13, 15, 16, 17, 18, 20 |
Block periods 1,2,6 Quiz on thermal expansion. Main Concept: Latent Heat LEQ: Why does the temperature remain constant during a phase change? Methods Demonstrate the constant temperature of ice water as it melts. Explain the process. Solve sample problems. HW Read 361-367. Problems # 34, 39, 41, 43, |
Block periods 3, 4A Main Concept: Latent heat of water lab (Activity) LEQ: How can the heat of fusion be determined? Methods In the lab with calorimeters and ice HW |
Main Concept: Transfer of thermal energy LEQ: How is thermal energy transferred? Methods Conduction, convection, and radiation. Explain each and go through some problems with each. HW 59, 61, 63,, 66, |
Mon., April 25, 2011 |
Tues., April 26, 2011 |
Wed, April 27, 2011 |
Thurs, April 28, 2011 |
Fri, April 29, 2011 |
Rotational Dynamics test-reschedule. |
Second day of test. |
PLN day, I will not be in class. Class time to correct the Rotational Dynamics Test |
Main Concept: prep for physics day LEQ: What must be known and understood in order to have a productive day at Six Flags? Methods Review procedures. Explain expectations Explain the operation of the accelerometers HW Read the activities and organize pre-ride data |
No School Jr. Presentation day for Senior High Project Physics Day at Six Flags/Great Adventure Arrive at school prior to 6:00AM Return between 8:30-9:00 pm LEQ: How do we apply everything we learned this year to what we experience on roller coasters and other amusement park rides? Methods Ride the rides with accelerometers HW Complete the activities |
Mon., April 18, 2011 |
Tues., April 19, 2011 |
Wed, April 20, 2011 |
Thurs, April 21, 2011 |
Fri, April 22, 2011 |
Main Concept: Conservation of energy involving rotational KE. LEQ: When object go down a hill under the influence of gravity, why does it make a difference if the ball rolls rather than slides Methods Solving problems with a ball rolling down a hill vs. a “ball” sliding down a hill HW 87, 93, 94, 95 |
Angular momentum quiz Main Concept: Sample problems & catch up. LEQ: How are rotational problems solved? Methods HW |
Main Concept: Review for test Determination of center of mass of a person activity. LEQ: How can we determine the center of mass for a person? Methods HW Prep for the test |
Main Concept: TEST: Rotational Dynamics LEQ: Methods HW |
Return test |
Mon., April 11, 2011 |
Tues., April 12, 2011 |
Wed, April 13, 2011 |
Thurs, April 14, 2011 |
Fri, April 15, 2011 |
Main Concept: Rotational kinematics. LEQ: -How can rotational motion be viewed similarly to linear motion. Methods Administer quiz. Create table of “similar” quantities. Solve sample kinematics problem, then solve similar rotational problem. Several sample problems. AS- Grade the quiz. Observation of students while solving sample problems HW-71, 75, 79 |
Rotational equilibrium quiz Main Concept: Rotational Inertia LEQ: How is rotational inertia similar to inertia? Methods Rotational inertia (Moment of inertia) Use meter sticks with masses to determine rotational inertia, show cylinder and hoop rolling down an incline, talk of other examples such as tight rope walkers, sprinting. HW- 49a&b, 48, 49, 53, 54, 59, 62, |
Main Concept: Rotational kinematics. LEQ: -How can rotational motion be viewed similarly to linear motion. Methods Administer quiz. Create table of “similar” quantities. Solve sample kinematics problem, then solve similar rotational problem. Several sample problems. AS- Grade the quiz. Observation of students while solving sample problems HW-71, 75, 79 |
Main Concept: -Sample problems with rotational dynamics. -Angular momentum LEQ: How are rotational dynamics problems similar to dynamics problems completed in the past? Methods -Sample rotational dynamics problem -Begin conservation of linear momentum Show how problem is translated to an angular problem. Explain with divers & gymnast. Have students sit on a chair with weights and spin. Then show the vector aspect with the record demo and begin the bike wheel hanging from a string. procession rotating wheel. Explanation of turning in bike and the idea of counter-steering. |
Main Concept: -Rotational motion as a vector. -Introduce angular momentum. LEQ: How are rotational dynamics problems similar to dynamics problems completed in the past? Methods Administer quiz. Angular momentum by transforming linear momentum and solving problems. Show demos. HW 87, 93, 94, 95 |
Mon., April 4, 2011 |
Tues., April 5, 2011 |
Wed, April 6, 2011 |
Thurs, April 7, 2011 |
Fri, April 8, 2011 |
Main Concept: Sample with a stick hanging at the board, held in place by friction. Also, balance a bat if time permits LEQ: -How can other concepts be included in statics? Methods Hang the stick, add mass or adjust just so it starts to slip, have students determine the coefficient of friction knowing only limited data HW Chap 8 (3, 6, 9, 10, 11, 16, 20, 22, 23) |
Main Concept: Rotational kinematics. LEQ: -How can rotational motion be viewed similarly to linear motion. Methods Administer quiz. Create table of “similar” quantities. Solve sample kinematics problem, then solve similar rotational problem. Several sample problems. AS- Grade the quiz. Observation of students while solving sample problems HW-71, 75, 79 |
Rotational equilibrium quiz Main Concept: Rotational Inertia LEQ: How is rotational inertia similar to inertia? Methods Rotational inertia (Moment of inertia) Use meter sticks with masses to determine rotational inertia, show cylinder and hoop rolling down an incline, talk of other examples such as tight rope walkers, sprinting. HW- 49a&b, 48, 49, 53, 54, 59, 62, |
Main Concept: Rotational kinematics. LEQ: -How can rotational motion be viewed similarly to linear motion. Methods Administer quiz. Create table of “similar” quantities. Solve sample kinematics problem, then solve similar rotational problem. Several sample problems. AS- Grade the quiz. Observation of students while solving sample problems HW-71, 75, 79 |
Main Concept: -Sample problems with rotational dynamics. -Angular momentum LEQ: How are rotational dynamics problems similar to dynamics problems completed in the past? Methods -Sample rotational dynamics problem -Begin conservation of linear momentum Show how problem is translated to an angular problem. Explain with divers & gymnast. Have students sit on a chair with weights and spin. Then show the vector aspect with the record demo and begin the bike wheel hanging from a string. procession rotating wheel. Explanation of turning in bike and the idea of counter-steering. |
Mon., March 28, 2011 |
Tues., March 29, 2011 |
Wed, March 30, 2011 |
Thurs, March 31, 2011 |
Fri, April 1, 2011 |
Main Concept: Rotational Equilibrium; Balanced torques LEQ: How are torques used to solve for unknowns is static problems? Methods Solve problems with bridges and 2 unknowns. HW Chap 8 (3, 6, 9, 10, 11, 16, 20, 22, 23) |
Main Concept: Determine lever arms when solving problems with 2D rigid bodies. LEQ: How are torques used to solve for unknowns is static problems? Methods Draw and explain a square on the board, with the axis on one corner. The force is applied to the opposite corner straight up. Have the students determine the torque applied, then show that works to slide in the direction it acts so that it is perp to the lever arm. HW Chap 8 (3, 6, 9, 10, 11, 16, 20, 22, 23) |
Deadline for all work for the 3rd marking period Main Concept: Sample static problem (Activity with a balanced bat) LEQ: How can we find unknown forces in real situations? Methods Balanced bat activity HW Chap 8 (3, 6, 9, 10, 11, 16, 20, 22, 23) |
Torque Quiz Main Concept: -Bridge problem to demonstrate the placement of the axis of rotation. LEQ: -Explain the importance of logical placement of the axis when solving statics problems. Methods Sample static problem - HW Chap 8 (3, 6, 9, 10, 11, 16, 20, 22, 23) |
Main Concept: Explanation of reactions. LEQ: -What is a “Reaction” and why is it important in solving statics problems? Methods Using a problem that is a “modified seesaw, with one end “bent,” students will solve for unknowns, keeping out the reaction at first, then introducing the reaction as “What is needed.” Also, explain how the following are also reaction. Normals, Pin, Sockets. HW Chap 8 (3, 6, 9, 10, 11, 16, 20, 22, 23) |
Mon., March 21, 2011 |
Tues., March 22, 2011 |
Wed, March 23, 2011 |
Thurs, March 24, 2011 |
Fri, March 25, 2011 |
no school- in service Note to be deleted: I’m working on the Methods for Tuesday. All plans need competed in other classes, along with power point, and website. |
Main Concept: Introduce Torque through rotating objects LEQ: What is torque? How does torque relate to Force? Methods -All motion has been translational -Circular motion was rotational kinematics -Rotational dynamics; what causes things to rotate? -Define torque, and cite examples. HW Chap 8 (3, 6, 9, 10, 11, 16, 20, 22, 23) |
(Blood drive) Determining torque and rotational equilibrium LEQ: How are the forces and lever arms used to calculate torque Methods -See Saw example. -Force on the axis -Move the axis HW Chap 8 (3, 6, 9, 10, 11, 16, 20, 22, 23) |
Main Concept: Rotational Equilibrium; Balanced torques LEQ: How are torques used to solve for unknowns is static problems? Methods Solve problems with bridges and 2 unknowns. HW Chap 8 (3, 6, 9, 10, 11, 16, 20, 22, 23) |
Main Concept: Determine lever arms when solving problems with 2D rigid bodies. LEQ: How are torques used to solve for unknowns is static problems? Methods Draw and explain a square on the board, with the axis on one corner. The force is applied to the opposite corner straight up. Have the students determine the torque applied, then show that works to slide in the direction it acts so that it is perp to the lever arm. HW Chap 8 (3, 6, 9, 10, 11, 16, 20, 22, 23) |
Mon., March 14, 2011 |
Tues., March 15, 2011 |
Wed, March 16, 2011 |
Thurs, March 17, 2011 |
Fri, March 18, 2011 |
Momentum lab Complete: -Conservation of momentum Lab -Impulse HW Prep for test |
(PSSA Reading Math testing) Prepare for test |
(PSSA Reading Math testing) Prepare for test |
Momentum test Main Concept: momentum Lab |
Return tests & Make corrections |
Mon., March 7, 2011 |
Tues., March 8, 2011 |
Wed, March 9, 2011 |
Thurs, March 10, 2011 |
Fri, March 11, 2011 |
I will be out of school for the day for Musical responsibilities Return test Quiz - Inelastic collisions. Main Concept: Lab: conservation of momentum and impulse. These are two separate labs requiring two separate reports LEQ: -How can conservation of momentum be demonstrated in the lab? -What data would we need to collect to determine the force of impact? Methods Lab work HW -6.1 (8, 13,14, 17, 21) -6.2 (28, 29, 33, 34, 64.) -6.3 & 6.4 (46, 47, 50, 51, 59, 62, 64, 65, 68) |
PLN training: I will be at the district office all day. I will return to the high school at the end of the day Quiz Elastic Collisions Main Concept: Review for test LEQ: Methods HW |
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Mon., Feb 28, 2011 |
Tues., March 1, 2011 |
Wed, March 2, 2011 |
Thurs, March 3, 2011 |
Fri, March 4, 2011 |
Main Concept: - 1 D (elastic) equation derivation. METH -Derive equation for 1D where one object has no initial velocity. Give equation where both objects are moving. LEQ: Methods HW =>HW- Continue 6.3 & 6.4 |
Main Concept: Complete 1 D derivation. Sample problems with elastic collisions. 2D conservation of momentum (elastic) Derive equation for 1D where one object has no initial velocity. Give equation where both objects are moving. LEQ: Methods HW |
Main Concept: Complete 1 D derivation. Sample problems with elastic collisions. 2D conservation of momentum (elastic) Derive equation for 1D where one object has no initial velocity. Give equation where both objects are moving. LEQ: Methods HW |
I will be out of school for the day for Musical responsibilities Main Concept: => Conservation of momentum, elastic 2D LEQ: -What concepts are involved with determining final velocities of objects involved in a 2D Elastic collision. Methods Work through an example at 2 dimensions HW -6.1 (8, 13,14, 17, 21) -6.2 (28, 29, 33, 34, 64.) -6.3 & 6.4 (46, 47, 50, 51, 59, 62, 64, 65, 68) |
Main Concept: Lab: conservation of momentum and impulse. These are two separate labs requiring two separate reports LEQ: -How can conservation of momentum be demonstrated in the lab? -What data would we need to collect to determine the force of impact? Methods Lab work HW -6.1 (8, 13,14, 17, 21) -6.2 (28, 29, 33, 34, 64.) -6.3 & 6.4 (46, 47, 50, 51, 59, 62, 64, 65, 68) |
Mon., Feb 21, 2011 |
Tues., Feb 22, 2011 |
Wed, Feb 23, 2011 |
Thurs, Feb 24, 2011 |
Fri, Feb 25, 2011 |
Main Concept: => Conservation of momentum 1D, inelastic => Conservation of momentum 2D, inelastic LEQ: How are inelastic collision problems solved? Methods HW Read section 6.1 -6.1 (8, 13,14, 17, 21) -6.2 (28, 29, 33, 34, 64.) -6.3 & 6.4 (46, 47, 50, 51, 59, 62, 64, 65, 68) |
Main Concept: => Conservation of momentum, elastic 1D -Conservation of momentum and energy. LEQ: How are elastic collisions different from inelastic collisions. Methods HW -6.1 (8, 13,14, 17, 21) -6.2 (28, 29, 33, 34, 64.) -6.3 & 6.4 (46, 47, 50, 51, 59, 62, 64, 65, 68) |
Quiz: on momentum and impulse. Main Concept: - 1 D (elastic) equation derivation. METH -Derive equation for 1D where one object has no initial velocity. Give equation where both objects are moving. LEQ: Methods HW =>HW- Continue 6.3 & 6.4 |
Main Concept: Complete 1 D derivation. Sample problems with elastic collisions. 2D conservation of momentum (elastic) Derive equation for 1D where one object has no initial velocity. Give equation where both objects are moving. LEQ: Methods HW |
Main Concept: Complete 1 D derivation. Sample problems with elastic collisions. 2D conservation of momentum (elastic) Derive equation for 1D where one object has no initial velocity. Give equation where both objects are moving. LEQ: Methods HW |
Mon., Feb 14, 2011 |
Tues., Feb 15, 2011 |
Wed, Feb 16, 2011 |
Thurs, Feb 17, 2011 |
Fri, Feb 18, 2011 |
Circular Motion Test |
Correct test |
PLN training: I will be at the district office all day. I will return to the high school at the end of the day Main Concept: => Define momentum => impulse and forces changing momentum. => Sample problems. LEQ: What is momentum? Methods HW Read section 6.1 -6.1 (8, 13,14, 17, 21) -6.2 (28, 29, 33, 34, 64.) -6.3 & 6.4 (46, 47, 50, 51, 59, 62, 64, 65, 68) |
Explanation of momentum and the force associated with changing momentum |
Explanation of momentum and the force associated with changing momentum |
Mon., Feb 7, 2011 |
Tues., Feb 8, 2011 |
Wed, Feb 9, 2011 |
Thurs, Feb 10, 2011 |
Fri, Feb 11, 2011 |
Quiz: Apparent weight Main Concept: Stopper Lab LEQ: How can centripetal force be measured in the lab? Methods Complete the lab HW Review of past homework in the chapter Read 7.1-7.3, problems (23, 25, 27, 28, 33, 42, 43, 45, 50, 54, 56) |
Main Concept: satellite motion LEQ: How is the universal law of gravitation combined with circular motion to result in satellite motion Methods Solve problems with satellite motion HW 79, 81, 95, 101 |
Quiz: Satellite motion Main Concept: geosynchronous satellites LEQ: How is satellite motion used to determine characteristics of geosynchronous satellites Methods Problem solving |
Main Concept: review for test (a few sample problems) |
Circular Motion Test |
Mon., Jan 31, 2011 |
Tues., Feb 1, 2011 |
Wed, Feb 2, 2011 |
Thurs, Feb 3, 2011 |
Fri, Feb 4, 2011 |
Main Concept: Stopper Lab LEQ: How can centripetal force be measured in the lab? Methods Complete the lab HW Review of past homework in the chapter Read 7.1-7.3, problems (23, 25, 27, 28, 33, 42, 43, 45, 50, 54, 56) |
snow day |
snow day |
PLN training: I will be at the district office all day. I will return to the high school Main Concept: Universal Law of Gravitation. LEQ: What causes gravity? Methods What causes gravity? Gravity is unique in that it doesn’t unify... or at least that is what they want us to think.... Show Cavendish Experiment on film loop. Basic problem solving... on a ladder the length of the radius of the Earth HW 79, 81, 95, 101 |
Quiz: Centripetal acceleration and force Main Concept: Stopper Lab LEQ: How can centripetal force be measured in the lab? Methods Complete the lab HW Review of past homework in the chapter Read 7.1-7.3, problems (23, 25, 27, 28, 33, 42, 43, 45, 50, 54, 56) |
Mon., Jan 24, 2011 |
Tues., Jan 25, 2011 |
Wed, Jan 26, 2011 |
Thurs, Jan 27, 2011 |
Fri, Jan 28, 2011 |
Exam day |
Return & review midterm |
Snow day |
Main Concept: Stopper Lab LEQ: How can centripetal force be measured in the lab? Methods Complete the lab HW Review of past homework in the chapter Read 7.1-7.3, problems (23, 25, 27, 28, 33, 42, 43, 45, 50, 54, 56) |
Main Concept: Stopper Lab LEQ: How can centripetal force be measured in the lab? Methods Complete the lab HW Review of past homework in the chapter Read 7.1-7.3, problems (23, 25, 27, 28, 33, 42, 43, 45, 50, 54, 56) |
Mon., Jan 17, 2011 |
Tues., Jan 18, 2011 |
Wed, Jan 19, 2011 |
Thurs, Jan 20, 2011 |
Fri, Jan 21, 2011 |
MLK Day No school |
Review for Midterm Exam |
Midterm Exams |
Midterm Exams |
Midterm Exams |
Mon., Jan 10, 2011 |
Tues., Jan 11, 2011 |
Wed, Jan 12, 2011 |
Thurs, Jan 13, 2011 |
Fri, Jan 14, 2011 |
Main Concept: Problem solving sessions, swing ride LEQ: How can “Sum of forces” be used to solve circular motion problems Methods -Present problem from student experience HW Review of past homework in the chapter Read 7.1-7.3, problems (23, 25, 27, 28, 33, 42, 43, 45, 50, 54, 56) |
-Quiz: frequency and period Main Concept: Problem solving sessions, car on banked turn LEQ: How can “Sum of forces” be used to solve circular motion problems Methods -Present problem from student experience HW Review of past homework in the chapter Read 7.1-7.3, problems (23, 25, 27, 28, 33, 42, 43, 45, 50, 54, 56) |
Main Concept: Apparent Weight with circular motion. LEQ: How does circular motion result in apparent weights differing from actual weights? Methods Spin a stopper in a vertical circle discussing the acceleration at the top and bottom of the path. Refer back to vertical acceleration. Sample problems HW Review of past homework in the chapter Read 7.1-7.3, problems (23, 25, 27, 28, 33, 42, 43, 45, 50, 54, 56) |
Quiz: linear and angular speed Main Concept: Preview of Stopper Lab LEQ: How can centripetal force be measured in the lab? Methods walk through lab, starting with the basic data collection, jump to the graph, then the details. HW Review of past homework in the chapter Read 7.1-7.3, problems (23, 25, 27, 28, 33, 42, 43, 45, 50, 54, 56) |
Review for Mid Term Exam |
Mon., Jan 3, 2011 |
Tues., Jan 4, 2011 |
Wed, Jan 5, 2011 |
Thurs, Jan 6, 2011 |
Fri, Jan 7, 2011 |
Main Concept: Terms & derivation of equations for circular motion LEQ: -How can common definitions of terms be used to define physics terms. -How can the basic distance/time equation be used to derive circular motion equation. -Review/define the following terms from common use of the words: frequency, period, linear speed, angular speed, curvilinear motion. -Starting with v=x/t, derive the equations for circular motion HW read 7.1-7.2. problems 23, 25, 27, 28, 33, |
Main Concept: Application of terms and equations presented yesterday LEQ: How are the terms and equations used to solve problems Review doing the classic bicycle problem, given chain ring teeth, cog teeth, pedal RPM, and rear wheel diameter HW read 7.1-7.2. problems 23, 25, 27, 28, 33, |
Main Concept: Centripetal acceleration and force LEQ: -How can inertia be used to explain “centrifugal force?” -How do centripetal acceleration and force apply to daily situations?
Application of Newton’s 2nd law to show centripetal force. Dispel myth of centrifugal force explained with the “sunglasses on the dash”. Sample problem using sum of forces
HW- 7.3 (#’s 42, 43, 45, 50, 54, 56) |
Main Concept: Solving problems with centripetal acceleration and centripetal force. LEQ: -How is “Sum of Forces” used to solve circular motion problems. -Ensure students understand that this is “Just a Force”...or in some cases, “Just and acceleration. Sample problems: -A car rounding a corner. -The “TAZ TWISTER” at Six Flags. |
Main Concept: Apparent Weight with circular motion. LEQ: How does circular motion result in apparent weights differing from actual weights? Methods Spin a stopper in a vertical circle discussing the acceleration at the top and bottom of the path. Refer back to vertical acceleration. Sample problems HW Review of past homework in the chapter Read 7.1-7.3, problems (23, 25, 27, 28, 33, 42, 43, 45, 50, 54, 56) |
Mon., Dec 20, 2010 |
Tues., Dec 21, 2010 |
Wed, Dec 22, 2010 |
Thurs, Dec 23, 2010 |
Fri, Dec 24, 2010 |
Main Concept Review for test LEQ Why are the concepts within the work-energy unit included in this unit? HW Prepare for the test |
Work and energy test |
Return work and energy test |
No School-Winter Break |
No School-Winter Break |
Mon., Dec 13, 2010 |
Tues., Dec 14, 2010 |
Wed, Dec 15, 2010 |
Thurs, Dec 16, 2010 |
Fri, Dec 17, 2010 |
work- energy quiz. Main Concept Conservation of energy lab (Begin by creating a plan and writing a procedure) LEQ How can conservation of energy be demonstrated in the lab? METH Student originated conservation of energy lab HW Out of class lab work (i.e. create tables, write procedures, organize collected data) |
Main Concept Conservation of energy lab (Begin by creating a plan and writing a procedure) LEQ How can conservation of energy be demonstrated in the lab? METH Student originated conservation of energy lab HW Out of class lab work (i.e. create tables, write procedures, organize collected data) |
Main Concept Conservation of energy lab (Begin by creating a plan and writing a procedure) LEQ How can conservation of energy be demonstrated in the lab? METH Student originated conservation of energy lab HW Out of class lab work (i.e. create tables, write procedures, organize collected data) |
Power quiz Main Concept Introduce simple machines. Basic rules of simple machines where work= work. LEQ How does prior knowledge of simple machines relate to current concepts? METH Determine work done in lifting an object a given height. Have students determine the force required to push the object up a ramp using sum of forces. Have students determine the distance it will need to be pushed. Determine the work to push it up the ramp. Repeat using friction. Define IMA and AMA and EFFICIENCY. HW Review of class notes |
Main Concepts Explain pulleys. Explain lever, Show how a screw and a wheel & axle are variation of others. LEQ How does prior knowledge of simple machines relate to current concepts? METH Demonstrate pulley. Demonstrate wheel & Axle. Sample problems with these. HW review of class notes. |
Mon., Dec 6, 2010 |
Tues., Dec 7, 2010 |
Wed, Dec 8, 2010 |
Thurs, Dec 9, 2010 |
Fri, Dec 10, 2010 |
Main Concept -Define energy -Work energy theorem. -Kinetic energy. -potential energy -demo with books & clay. LEQ -What is energy? -How is work and energy related? -How will conservation of energy simplify our problem solving? HW 5.3 & 5.4 (34, 37, 38, 39, 42, 52, 53) |
Main Concept Problem solving with conservation of energy LEQ -How do we use conservation of energy to solve problems? METH -Review energy terms. Explain how concepts apply to a sample problem of a person sledding down a hill. Assume no friction. Conclude class with showing the relationship of speed with work done, such as in crashing a car and stopping distance HW Chap 5 currently assigned (7, 9, 13, 16, 17, 21, 23, 28, 34, 37, 38, 39, 42, 52, 53 62, 63, 66, 67, 69 |
Work quiz. Main Concept Sample problems with work/energy and conservation of energy LEQ -How do we use conservation of energy to solve problems? HW Chap 5 currently assigned (7, 9, 13, 16, 17, 21, 23, 28, 34, 37, 38, 39, 42, 52, 53 62, 63, 66, 67, 69 |
Main Concept -Define power. -Solve problems involving power. LEQ How does power relate to work and energy? METH- Preliminary about conservation of energy lab. Talk about doing work, like shoveling snow from driveway and the amount of work done. Incorporate time. Do a sample problem with a person running up steps. HW Chap 5 currently assigned (7, 9, 13, 16, 17, 21, 23, 28, 34, 37, 38, 39, 42, 52, 53 62, 63, 66, 67, 69, 77, 78, 79, 86, 88) |
Main Concept Power activity LEQ How can we determine the power generated in a real situation? METH Have students determine the amount of power they develop while walking/running up steps. Determine power in watts and horsepower. HW continue working on the previously assigned problems. And 5.6 (77, 78, 79, 86, 88 |
Mon., Nov 29, 2010 |
Tues., Nov 30, 2010 |
Wed, Dec 1, 2010 |
Thurs, Dec 2, 2010 |
Fri, Dec 3, 2010 |
No School; Thanksgiving Break |
Return Dynamics Test Make-Up test session. |
Deadline to submit the Purpose statement for the Final Assessment Project Main Concept -Intro to springs. -Work definition -Work done and work not done. -Work done by a constant force and F vs. x graph. -Hooke's Law -Work done by a spring -Graph of F vs. x and relationship with calculus. LEQ - How do springs relate to dynamics in terms of force and acceleration? -What is Work? -How is work determined for any applied force and distance? HW 5.1 & 5.2 (7,9,13,16,17, 21, 23, 28) |
Main Concept -Pre-lab for the spring lab -Begin Spring Lab LEQ How do we determine the work done stretching a spring in the lab? HW 5.1 & 5.2 (7,9,13,16,17, 21, 23, 28) |
Main Concept - Spring Lab LEQ How do we determine the work done stretching a spring in the lab? HW 5.1 & 5.2 (7,9,13,16,17, 21, 23, 28) |
Mon., Nov 22, 2010 |
Tues., Nov 23, 2010 |
Wed, Nov 24, 2010 |
Thurs, Nov 25, 2010 |
Fri, Nov 26, 2010 |
Test Prep |
Test |
No School; Professional Day |
No School; Thanksgiving Break |
No School; Thanksgiving Break |
Mon., Nov 15, 2010 |
Tues., Nov 16, 2010 |
Wed, Nov 17, 2010 |
Thurs, Nov 18, 2010 |
Fri, Nov 19, 2010 |
Main Concept prep for 2nd law lab LEQ How does class from last week prepare for the lab this week? HW Chap 4, problems: 17, 20, 22, 23, 29, 30, 33, 38, 43, 45a, 49, 98, 68, 70, 73, 76 |
(Keystone testing for juniors, modified schedule) -Lab HW Chap 4, problems: 17, 20, 22, 23, 29, 30, 33, 38, 43, 45a, 49, 98, 68, 70, 73, 76 |
(Keystone testing for juniors, modified schedule) -Lab HW Chap 4, problems: 17, 20, 22, 23, 29, 30, 33, 38, 43, 45a, 49, 98, 68, 70, 73, 76 |
Sum of force quiz with friction T.O., 2nd Law Lab. AS-Written lab report HW-Chap 4, problems: 17, 20, 22, 23, 29, 30, 33, 38, 43, 45a, 49, 98, 68, 70, 73, 76 |
Shoe’s Personal Day -Apparent weight quiz -Lab Time -Group Work Problem solving T.O., 2nd Law Lab. AS-Written lab report HW-Chap 4, problems: 17, 20, 22, 23, 29, 30, 33, 38, 43, 45a, 49, 98, 68, 70, 73, 76 |
Mon., Nov 8, 2010 |
Tues., Nov 9, 2010 |
Wed, Nov 10, 2010 |
Thurs, Nov 11, 2010 |
Fri, Nov 12, 2010 |
Main Concept Elevator activity for apparent weight. Force table activity for static problem. LEQ How are problems solved when vertical acceleration is involved? METH- Work on both activities simultaneously, as only single groups will be able to collect data at one time. HW-Chap 4, problems: 17, 20, 22, 23, 29, 30, 33, 38, 43, 45a, 49, 98, 68, 70, 73, 76 |
(Keystone testing for juniors, modified schedule) Main Concept -Sample sum of force problem with strings and masses hanging over an edge LEQ How are problems solved when vertical acceleration is involved? METH-Solve problems using two different systems to see how equations differ, but yield the same result. AS-Observation of students work. HW-Chap 4, problems: 17, 20, 22, 23, 29, 30, 33, 38, 43, 45a, 49, 98, 68, 70, 73, 76 |
(Keystone testing for juniors, modified schedule) T.O., 2nd Law Lab. AS-Written lab report HW-Chap 4, problems: 17, 20, 22, 23, 29, 30, 33, 38, 43, 45a, 49, 98, 68, 70, 73, 76 |
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Mon., Nov. 1, 2010 |
Tues., Nov 2, 2010 |
Wed, Nov 3, 2010 |
Thurs, Nov 4, 2010 |
Fri, Nov 5, 2010 |
Main Concept. -3rd law -Horse cart problem -Internal and external forces LEQ How is 3rd law utilized in problem solving?
METH -Explain 3rd law as interaction between objects (review first law is the object, second is a force on that object). -Talk about action-reaction pairs, bug on windshield. -Show pole with string, masses, and pole. -Look at the horse cart problem |
Main Concept - Solve problems involving Apparent weight LEQ How are problems involving vertical acceleration different from those involving horizontal acceleration? METH-Explain that you feel weight by the force that acts on you. Derive the apparent weight equation. Solve sample problems. HW-Chap 4, problems: 17, 20, 22, 23, 29, 30, 33, 38, 43, 45a, 49, 98, 68, 70, 73, 76 |
End of first marking period |
T.O.- Elevator activity for apparent weight. Force table activity for static problem. METH- Work on both activities simultaneously, as only single groups will be able to collect data at one time. AS-Observation of students work. Ultimately, student work on activities HW-Chap 4, problems: 17, 20, 22, 23, 29, 30, 33, 38, 43, 45a, 49, 98, 68, 70, 73, 76 |
No school; Professional day |
Mon., October 25, 2010 |
Tues., October 26, 2010 |
Wed, October 27, 2010 |
Thurs, October 28, 2010 |
Fri, October 29, 2010 |
Quiz on weight and mass Main Concept -students will solve friction problems. LEQ How are frictional forces analyzed? METH -Free body diagrams -Sample 2D sum of force problem -Introduce friction as the resistance to motion. -Kinetic friction static friction -Demo using a block and camera with a scale. -Define the coefficient of friction. -Sample problems HW -Chap 4, problems: 17, 20, 22, 23, 29, 30, 33, 38, 43, 45a, 49, 98, 68, 70, 73, 76 |
Quiz on sum of forces (no friction) Main Concept practice solving problems LEQ How is “Sum of Forces” used to solve a variety of problems? METH -Sample 2D problems with friction, free body diagrams. Dynamic problems and static. HW-Chap 4, problems: 17, 20, 22, 23, 29, 30, 33, 38, 43, 45a, 49, 98, 68, 70, 73, 76 |
Last day to submit all work for the first marking period Main Concept practice solving problems LEQ How is “Sum of Forces” used to solve a variety of problems? METH -Sample 2D problems with friction, free body diagrams. Dynamic problems and static. HW-Chap 4, problems: 17, 20, 22, 23, 29, 30, 33, 38, 43, 45a, 49, 98, 68, 70, 73, 76 |
This Lab will be graded on the first marking period Main Concept Learn how to use Word, Excel, and Graphical Analysis in the lab LEQ How can Word, Excel, and Graphical Analysis simplify lab work? => Prep for Word & Excel Lab & Graphical Analysis. => Walk them through.... => Excel => Graphical Analysis to plot distance and time. => Word; explain what you did and describe the motion. Embed the data table(Excel) and the graph (Graphical Analysis). Must be a page or less. => Save to p:(class period) |
This Lab will be graded on the first marking period Main Concept Learn how to use Word, Excel, and Graphical Analysis in the lab LEQ How can Word, Excel, and Graphical Analysis simplify lab work? => Prep for Word & Excel Lab & Graphical Analysis. => Walk them through.... => Excel => Graphical Analysis to plot distance and time. => Word; explain what you did and describe the motion. Embed the data table(Excel) and the graph (Graphical Analysis). Must be a page or less. => Save to p:(class period) |
Mon., October 18, 2010 |
Tues., October 19, 2010 |
Wed, October 20, 2010 |
Thurs, October 21, 2010 |
Fri, October 22, 2010 |
Main Concept Return test LEQ How can I learn from the mistakes made on the test? HW correct test |
Main Concept -Differentiate between weight and mass. -Explain how the first law of motion applies to situations. -Define force LEQ Why is it critical to understand the difference between mass and weight? METH -Class discussion HW Chap 4, problems: 17, 20, 22, 23, 29, 30, 33, 38, 43, 45a, 49, 98, 68, 70, 73, 76 Read pp 118-119, 122-125 |
Main Concept Second law of motion LEQ How does the 2nd Law show the application of force with the first law? METH -Force & weight -force and acceleration -mass and acceleration -sum of forces HW Read 119- 122, practice problems 2, 3, 4, p 124 (7,8, 9, 10) |
Personal Day... Main Concept -Determine net force -Calculate acceleration for an object in 1 D. LEQ How does vector addition apply to applications to the 2nd law? METH -Review from yesterday. -Work through sample problems. -Show how forces add as vector quantities. -Show how units result to force units. HW Chap 4, problems: 17, 20, 22, 23, 29, 30, 33, 38, 43, 45a, 49, 98, 68, 70, 73, 76 |
Main Concept -Determine weight. -Resolution of forces. -Free body diagrams -2D problem solving LEQ -How does 2nd law apply to weight? -How does resolution of vectors and free body diagrams simplify problem solving? METH -Talk about mass, and what happens to a dropped mass. -The acceleration of a mass due to gravity is a result of a force acting on it by second law. -Take second law and apply it to W=mg. -Show a sample problem with a force acting at an angle, weight, normal, and an opposing force. -Determine the magnitude of the force that acts at an angle while explaining the notions of free-body diagrams, sum of forces. HWChap 4, problems: 17, 20, 22, 23, 29, 30, 33, 38, 43, 45a, 49, 98, 68, 70, 73, 76 |
Mon., October 11, 2010 |
Tues., October 12, 2010 |
Wed, October 13, 2010 |
Thurs, October 14, 2010 |
Fri, October 15, 2010 |
No school- In Service day |
Main Concept Derive range Equation LEQ How can projectile problems be generalized to a single equation? HW Prep for test |
projectile quiz Main Concept -sample problems LEQ How can projectile problems be solved? HW Prep for test |
Monkey & Hunter demo Main Concept review for test LEQ How can problems involving vectors be easily solved? HW Prep for test |
Main Concept test |
Mon., October 4, 2010 |
Tues., October 5, 2010 |
Wed, October 6, 2010 |
Thurs, October 7, 2010 |
Fri, October 8, 2010 |
Main Concept: -Relative velocity 2 D LEQ: How can relative motion concepts simplify 2D motion? Methods -Sample problem with moving sidewalk. -Boat in water dropping a cooler -Explain boat crossing a river -Sample river crossing problem -Grading the quiz -Observation of students as they take notes and work on sample problems. HW Continue problems from the week 3.3 (47, 50, 53, 57) |
Main Concept -Problem solving day with relative motion LEQ How can relative motion simplify complicated motion problems? Methods Solve problems as small class-groups to build problem solving skills with relative motion, both 1D and 2d HW Continue problems from the week 3.3 (47, 50, 53, 57) |
Relative Motion quiz Main Concept: Projectile motion, horizontally launched. LEQ: How can projectile motion problems be solved. Methods -Review dropping things with Free fall. -Demo launching horizontal projectile. =>Ball shot from the ballistics cart -Solve horizontal projectile problem. -Ref page 80 in text HW 3.4 ( 63, 64, 69) |
Main Concept Solve problems with projectile launched at an angle. LEQ How can we use resolution of vectors to solve projectile problems METH -Sample problem to review the time it takes for an object to go up and come down. -Sample problem breaking into components and solving a problem with a projectile at an angle. HW 3.4 (71, 73, 74, 79, 81) Solve by components |
Quiz: Horizontally Launched Projectiles Main Concept Solve problems with projectile launched at an angle. LEQ How can we use resolution of vectors to solve projectile problems METH -Sample problem to review the time it takes for an object to go up and come down. -Sample problem breaking into components and solving a problem with a projectile at an angle. HW 3.4 (71, 73, 74, 79, 81) Solve by components |
Mon, September 27, 2010 |
Tues, September 28, 2010 |
Wed, September 29, 2010 |
Thurs, September 30, 2010 |
Fri, October 1, 2010 |
*Note* due to time constraints on the test return, notebooks will be checked prior to the start of class today. Main Concept: -Define vectors -Define scalars -Vector addition LEQ Why are understanding vector quantities important? Methods -Define terms -Walking in the woods. -Vector addition using displacement vectors, rulers and protractors HW -Intro to vectors 3.2 (25,29,31,33) |
Main Concept: Vector addition practice LEQ: -How can vector quantities be modeled using lines drawn to scale length and direction? Methods -Students will use rulers and protractors to graphically add vectors. -Observation of students as they add vectors. HW Intro to vectors 3.2 (25,29,31,33). |
Main Concept: Right triangle trig Intro to components LEQ: Why does trigonometry need to be applied to vector analysis? Methods -Right triangle trig SOH CAH TOA -Throw a ball diagonally across the room. -Define resolution of vectors (breaking into components) -Go over HW -Explain why this is important (4 directions instead of infinite possible directions) -Right triangles. -Sample problems - Observation of students as they take notes and work on sample problems. HW (3.1) 5, 6, 8, 9 |
Motion Lab Deadline (3:15) Vector Addition quiz Main Concept: Relative velocity 1D LEQ: How can relative motion concepts simplify motion problems? Methods -Go over HW -diagram on board with a bike, bus, car, and truck. -Sample problem with moving sidewalk. -Boat in water dropping a cooler -Observation of students as they take notes and work on sample problems. HW 3.3 (47,50,53,57) |
Resolution of vector quiz Main Concept: Relative velocity 1D LEQ: Methods -Go over HW -diagram on board with a bike, bus, car, and truck. -Sample problem with moving sidewalk. -Boat in water dropping a cooler -Observation of students as they take notes and work on sample problems. HW 3.3 (47,50,53,57) |
Mon, September 20, 2010 |
Tues, September 21, 2010 |
Wed, September 22, 2010 |
Thurs, September 23, 2010 |
Fri, September 24, 2010 |
Lab day |
Problem solving day Main Concept: Solving kinematics problems LEQ: What is the best logical method for solving a kinematics problem? Methods Sample problems in class HW -Completion of lab -Preparation for the test |
Review for test |
Main Concept: Test- LEQ:
Methods Administer Test HW Prepare for notebook submission on Monday |
Submit notebook binder Main Concept: Return test LEQ: Methods Return test & make HW |
Mon, September 13, 2010 |
Tues, September 14, 2010 |
Wed, September 15, 2010 |
Thurs, September 16, 2010 |
Fri, September 17, 2010 |
Main Concept: Free Fall; problem solving Methods -Problems ARE kinematics problems. -Sample problems - Observation of students solving problems HW- (2.5) 71, 73, 75, 85, 97 |
Quiz on 2.3 & 2.4 (accelerated motion) Main Concept: Motion Lab LEQ: How are graphs used to analyse motion? Methods -Demonstration of the motion software on the projector. -Operation of equipment -Grading procedures for this lab -Time frame to complete the lab HW -Preparation for the test |
Main Concept: Motion Lab LEQ: Methods Complete the motion lab HW -Completion of lab -Preparation for the test |
Main Concept: Motion Lab LEQ: Methods Complete the motion lab HW -Completion of lab -Preparation for the test |
Main Concept: T.O. Test review LEQ: Methods -Make up of test. -Test procedures. -Grading of the test. -Tested material Observation of students, and evaluation of student questions and concerns. HW Continue practicing problems |
Mon, September 6, 2010 |
Tues, September 7, 2010 |
Wed, September 8, 2010 |
Thurs, September 9, 2010 |
Fri, September 10, 2010 |
No School- Labor Day |
Main Concept: LEQ: Methods - Show slope of distance time graph -Find area under velocity time graph AS-evaluate students ability to derive independently HW Study of notes & 2.3 & 2.4 # 28, 31, 33, 35, 37, 38, 46, 49, 51, 53, 61. |
Main Concept: LEQ: Methods -Have students solve problems in class -Monitor students problem solving abilities HW (2.1&2.2) 5, 6, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 19, 24, 25. Study of notes & 2.3 & 2.4 # 28, 31, 33, 35, 37, 38, 46, 49, 51, 53, 61. |
Quiz on 2.1 & 2.2 (constant speed) Main Concept: LEQ: Methods -Have students solve problems in class -Monitor students problem solving abilities HW (2.1 & 2.2) 5, 6, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 19, 24, 25. Study of notes & 2.3 & 2.4 # 28, 31, 33, 35, 37, 38, 46, 49, 51, 53, 61. |
Main Concept: Free Fall Methods -Explain acceleration by gravity is a constant. -Problems ARE kinematics problems. -Sample problems -Observation of students solving problems HW (2.5) 71, 73, 75, 85, 97 |
Mon, August 30, 2010 |
Tues, August 31, 2010 |
Wed, September 1, 2010 |
Thurs, September 2, 2010 |
Fri, September 3, 2010 |
Main Concept: Class overview and factor label LEQ: Methods Explain factor label method. -Class overview (if time AS- evaluation of student’s ability to understand factor label HW -prep for class procedure quiz |
Main Concept: Speed, distance, velocity, time LEQ: Methods Determine time to drive to school at different speeds -Differentiate between distance and displacement - Amy & dog sample problem.. AS-Assess student involvement in discussion and problem solving situations. HW (2.1&2.2) 5, 6, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 19, 24, 25. |
Quiz: class procedure Main Concept: LEQ: Methods - Show slope of distance time graph -Find area under velocity time graph AS-evaluate students ability to derive independently HW Study of notes & 2.3 & 2.4 # 28, 31, 33, 35, 37, 38, 46, 49, 51, 53, 61. |
Quiz: class procedure Main Concept: LEQ: Methods - Show slope of distance time graph -Find area under velocity time graph AS-evaluate students ability to derive independently HW Study of notes & 2.3 & 2.4 # 28, 31, 33, 35, 37, 38, 46, 49, 51, 53, 61. |
No School- Labor day |