An Inquiry Approach to Newton's 2nd Law
This lesson uses a Modeling Instruction approach to developing the graphical and mathematical relationship commonly known as Newton's 2nd Law for students in Grades 9-12. Students design an experiment, collect data using electronic sensors, plot their results, and derive the relationship between net force, mass, and acceleration. Materials used include electronic force and motion sensors, Vernier's Graphical Analysis app, and Readings (links provided in PowerPoint). The Agenda (also included in the PowerPoint) is for a 2 day activity for hour-long classes. Day 1 is Experimental Design, Data Collection, and Data Analysis. Day 2 is Sharing of Results, reaching Collaborative Consensus, Discussion of Readings, and Examples of Applications of Newton's 2nd Law.
Lesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Z6g5xk6pMICDo4zplWiPwFOf3Zovy4x-/edit?u…Related Content
An introduction to Kepler's 1st Law and ellipses. The lesson includes some guided notes for students as well as a hands on activity where students will draw, measure, explore, and conduct calculations
This hands-on lesson uses a Modeling Instruction approach to experimental design and analysis leading students to develop the graphical and mathematical relationships for accelerated motion, or
Growing Crystals Part 2 is a unique lesson that has an emphasis on the synthetic growing of crystals in the laboratory. This activity also focuses on investigating the process of how synthetic