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Buford High School CURRICULUM CALENDAR 2016-2017
COURSE: CP Physics SEMESTER: Fall 2016
TEACHER(S): Amanda Allen, Lisa Knutson, and Ashley Rhymer
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.
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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 complete a student questionnaire
In groups, students will complete the Mystery Game Activity or Why We Live Where We Live Activity
Class discussion of the importance of effective group discussion and problem solving
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Buford High School CURRICULUM CALENDAR 2016-2017
COURSE: CP Physics SEMESTER: Fall 2016
TEACHER(S): Amanda Allen, Lisa Knutson, and Ashley Rhymer
WEEK DAY CONCEPT OBJECTIVES INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES STANDARDS(GSE, AP)
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.
Homework: Read text on the rules of significant digits and scientific notation. Complete online homework to show understanding.
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Wednesday, 8/10 Skill focus: Manipulation and
recording of metric
measurements
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: Complete the activity “Uncertainty of measurement”- place all materials at lab table and complete with table partner
Review significant digits and give notes on rules for recording significant digits for measured and calculated values
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.
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COURSE: CP Physics SEMESTER: Fall 2016
TEACHER(S): Amanda Allen, Lisa Knutson, and Ashley Rhymer
Homework: Conversion Worksheet
Thursday, 8/11 Skill Focus:Manipulation and
recording of metric
measurements
Review basic math skills
Distinguish between accuracy and precision
Determine the precision and accuracy of measured quantities using standard deviation and percent error
Bell Ringer: Students pick up a target image entering the classroom. On the board, should be the terms “accurate and precise” “accurate only” “precise only” and “neither accurate nor precise.” Students should discuss in which category their image belongs with their table partners. This could be done as a 4 corners activity.
Show NBC Learn Video: Accuracy and Precision (Measuring a Champion)
Complete Accuracy and Precision Activities Discuss the terms accuracy and precision. Review the use
of percent error and standard deviation to represent accuracy and precision.
Homework: Accuracy and Precision WKS
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Friday, 8/12 Skill Focus:Introduction to the Scientific Method
Identify and practice science methods for solving problems
Bell Ringer: Accuracy and Precision quick quiz (Google Form)
Read the scientific method article Create a Wordle using the most important words from the
article or Mystery Game/Clue ActivityHomework: Print Wordle and bring to class on Monday
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Buford High School CURRICULUM CALENDAR 2016-2017
COURSE: CP Physics SEMESTER: Fall 2016
TEACHER(S): Amanda Allen, Lisa Knutson, and Ashley Rhymer
WEEK DAY CONCEPT OBJECTIVES INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES STANDARDS(GSE, AP)
Week 3 Monday, 8/15 Skill Focus:Manipulation and
recording of metric
measurements
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
recording of metric
measurementsApplication of the Scientific Method
All objectives from weeks 1-2
Bell Ringer: Create groups by matching review terms Practice of basic skills Review Activity Discuss requirements/due date for Article Review
SummaryHomework: Study for unit test
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Wednesday, 8/17 Skill Focus:Critical Thinking
SkillsManipulation and
recording of metric
measurementsApplication of the Scientific Method
All objectives from weeks 1-2
Bell Ringer: Prepare materials for the test Unit Test #1Homework: Work on Article Review (Writing Assignment #1)
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Thursday, 8/18 Skill Focus:Analysis of the
motion of objects in one dimension
Compare and contrast vector and scalar quantities
Compare and contrast distance and displacement
Bell Ringer: Place terms in two groups (pieces of paper with vector or scalar quantities)
Discuss how words were categorized, introduce the terms vector and scalar
Show video clip examples of vectors and scalars Students create definitions of both terms based on video
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clips Class discussion of correct definitions and examples
(concentration on distance vs displacement) Activity: Distance and Displacement (Mr. and Mrs.
Wright) Activity: Drawing vectors to scaleHomework: Georgia Map Activity (Give only one drawing per student)
Friday, 8/19 Skill Focus:Analysis of the
motion of objects in one dimension
Compare and contrast vector and scalar quantities
Compare and contrast distance and displacement
Drawing vectors
Bell Ringer: Compare answers to Georgia map activity with table partner
Discuss any differences and account for those differences In groups of 2 students each, have students complete the
Activity: Pirate Treasure Hunt
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Buford High School CURRICULUM CALENDAR 2016-2017
COURSE: CP Physics SEMESTER: Fall 2016
TEACHER(S): Amanda Allen, Lisa Knutson, and Ashley Rhymer
WEEK DAY CONCEPT OBJECTIVES INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES STANDARDS(GSE, AP)
Week 4 Monday, 8/22 Skill focus:Analysis of the
motion of objects in one dimension
Solve distance and displacement problems graphically and analytically.
Bell Ringer: Complete Vector Activity- Roadway to Rio Discuss as a class the outcome of the Bell RInger Notes: NBC Learn Video on Pythagorean Theorem
http://www.nbclearn.com/portal/site/learn/science-of-nfl-football
Simple Vector Addition and the Pythagorean Theorem problems
Homework: Practice vector addition using the Pythagorean Theorem
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Tuesday, 8/23 Skill focus:Analysis of the
motion of objects in one dimension
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
motion of objects in one dimension
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 graph
Homework: Motion Graph worksheet
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Thursday, 8/25 Skill Focus:Analysis of the
motion of objects in one dimension
Construct and interpret position – time graphs
Construct and interpret velocity – time graphs
Bell Ringer: Complete Physics Classroom Graph Matching Activity
Introduction to Story Graphs and Problems Graph Matching ActivityHomework: On a note card, write a scenario for sharing with your table partner that can be interpreted using a graph. Create a graph on a separate sheet of paper as an answer key.
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Friday, 8/26 Skill Focus: Interpret position – Bell Ringer: Using your table partner’s story graph, draw SCSh1-9
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COURSE: CP Physics SEMESTER: Fall 2016
TEACHER(S): Amanda Allen, Lisa Knutson, and Ashley Rhymer
Analysis of the motion of objects in one dimension
time graphs Convert position –
time graphs into velocity –time graphs
Determination of area under the curve
a matching graph on the white board. As a class, review position – time graphs and velocity –
time graphs Watch the 15-second story graphs and have students draw
the graphs as the story is completed. Homework: Graph review worksheet (Answer questions about the graphs completed in class)
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Buford High School CURRICULUM CALENDAR 2016-2017
COURSE: CP Physics SEMESTER: Fall 2016
TEACHER(S): Amanda Allen, Lisa Knutson, and Ashley Rhymer
WEEK DAY CONCEPT OBJECTIVES INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES STANDARDS(GSE, AP)
Week 5 Monday, 8/29 Skill focus:Analysis of the
motion of objects in one dimension
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: Frame of Reference Intro Activity Relative Velocity Notes and discussion Begin Riverboat Simulation/Relative Motion Lab
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Tuesday, 8/30 Skill focus:Analysis of the
motion of objects in one dimension
Calculate average and instantaneous velocity in a given frame of reference
Bell Ringer: Draw a vector diagram illustrating a word problem on the white board. Solve for the resultant velocity.
Complete Riverboat Simulation/Relative Motion Lab Relative Motion PracticeHomework: Finish Practice worksheet
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Wednesday, 8/31 Skill Focus:Analysis of the
motion of objects in one dimension
All objectives from weeks 3-5
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
motion of objects in one dimension
All objectives from weeks 3-5
Bell Ringer: Prepare materials for the test Unit Test #2Homework: Complete Article Summary for submission on 9/2
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Friday, 9/2Early Release(1st, 2nd, 3rd, 5th)
Skill Focus:Science Fair
Research
Apply concepts and problem solving skills to a project based assignment
Bell Ringer: Read the Balloon Car Challenge Instructions Build and Run Balloon CarHomework: Complete lab questions
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Buford High School CURRICULUM CALENDAR 2016-2017
COURSE: CP Physics SEMESTER: Fall 2016
TEACHER(S): Amanda Allen, Lisa Knutson, and Ashley Rhymer
WEEK DAY CONCEPT OBJECTIVES INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES STANDARDS(GSE, AP)
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: Acceleration interactive cloze activity (fill in the blanks to complete a statement about acceleration.)
Discuss as a class the meaning of acceleration and have students brainstorm circumstances involving acceleration
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
motion of objects in one dimension
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
motion of objects in one dimension
Recognize and solve constant acceleration problems using kinematic equations
Bell Ringer: Student matching activity in which each student receives a p/t graph, v/t graph, a/t graph or a story sentence. Students must form groups of 4 based on matching graphs/story.
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
Skill focus:Analysis of the
motion of objects in one dimension
Solve kinematic problems
Investigate the concept of gravity
Bell Ringer: Check homework answers Practice kinematic problems using a Carousel Activity Homework: Begin Review for Benchmark
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*NO OTHER MAJOR ASSESSMENTS ON WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7.*
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COURSE: CP Physics SEMESTER: Fall 2016
TEACHER(S): Amanda Allen, Lisa Knutson, and Ashley Rhymer
*NO OTHER MAJOR ASSESSMENTS FROM THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 (INCLUSIVE).*
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COURSE: CP Physics SEMESTER: Fall 2016
TEACHER(S): Amanda Allen, Lisa Knutson, and Ashley Rhymer
WEEK DAY CONCEPT OBJECTIVES INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES STANDARDS(GSE, AP)
Week 7 Monday, 9/12Benchmark #1 – Social Studies
Skill focus:All from weeks 1-
7
All objectives from weeks 1-6
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
motion of objects in one dimension
Analyze/describe objects in free fall
Graph the motion of objects in free fall
Solve free fall problems
Bell Ringer: Draw dot diagrams of constant velocity vs. accelerated motion
Complete the Accelerating objects lab Discuss area under the curve/finding displacement from a
velocity time graphHomework: Complete lab questions
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Thursday, 9/15Benchmark #1 –English
Skill focus:Analysis of the
motion of objects in one dimension
Analyze/describe objects in free fall
Graph the motion of objects in free fall
Solve free fall problems
Bell Ringer: Bellwork: Answer 5-10 true false questions on freefall and gravity
Lab-Acceleration Due to Gravity (Vernier Probes with Picket Fence)
Homework: Complete lab questions
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Friday, 9/16Benchmark #1 –Math
Skill focus:Analysis of the
motion of objects in one dimension
Analyze/describe objects in free fall
Graph the motion of objects in free fall
Solve free fall problems
Bellwork: Read an article on Baumgartner’s Skydiving article from Popular Mechanics and annolight (teach this as a literacy skill)
Notes on freefall/discussion of gravity and Newton’s discovery
Apply kinematic equations in solving problems involving objects in freefall (use tossed ball activity)
Homework: Complete practice problems
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*NO OTHER MAJOR ASSESSMENTS FROM THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 (INCLUSIVE).*
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WEEK DAY CONCEPT OBJECTIVES INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES STANDARDS(GSE, AP)
Week 8 Monday, 9/19 Skill focus:Analysis of the
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: 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
analysis Homework: Read (Preview) intro material on
projectiles and answer questions for notes
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Tuesday, 9/20 Skill focus:Analysis of the
motion of projectiles
Solve horizontal projectile problem in a lab situation
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. Review answers from homework reading Model the solving of horizontal projectile problems Homework: Horizontal projectile problem with
required drawing (give out 5-6 questions so that students can TPS during the next class)
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Wednesday, 9/21 Skill focus:Analysis of the
motion of projectiles
Solve horizontal projectile problem in a lab situation
Bell Ringer: Horizontal Projectile Discovery Labs Pair with classmates and discuss previous nights
homework Practice horizontal projectile word problem In same groups, begin discussing Target Practice Lab
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COURSE: CP Physics SEMESTER: Fall 2016
TEACHER(S): Amanda Allen, Lisa Knutson, and Ashley Rhymer
Write procedure for lab Have procedure approved by teacherHomework: Complete lab procedure
Thursday, 9/22 Skill focus:Analysis of the
motion of projectiles
Solve horizontal projectile problems
Bell Ringer: Collect supplies and materials for the lab Complete lab including all calculations and trials Discuss requirements for lab write upHomework: Complete lab write up with error analysis (due Tuesday 9/27)
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Friday, 9/23Early Release –Homecoming(7th, 6th, 4th, 5th)
Skill focus:Analysis of the
motion of projectiles
Describe the motion of a projectile launched at an angle
Bell Ringer: With a table partner, discuss the question “Is an airplane a projectile?” and record why or why not an airplane is 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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Buford High School CURRICULUM CALENDAR 2016-2017
COURSE: CP Physics SEMESTER: Fall 2016
TEACHER(S): Amanda Allen, Lisa Knutson, and Ashley Rhymer
WEEK DAY CONCEPT OBJECTIVES INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES STANDARDS(GSE, AP)
Week 9 Monday, 9/26 Skill focus:Analysis of the
motion of projectiles
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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Tuesday, 9/27 Skill focus:Analysis of the
motion of projectiles
Describe the motion of a projectile launched at an angle through the application of kinematic equations
Bell Ringer: Projectiles launched at an angle reading (article)
Review concepts learned from the Angry Birds activity and the Phet simulation
NBC Learn Science of Football (Projectile Motion) Introduce application of kinematic equations to
projectiles launched at an angle (notes) Practice solving problems applying kinematic equations
to projectiles launched at an angleHomework: Solve projectile problems
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Wednesday, 9/28Essay –Social Studies
Skill focus:Analysis of the
motion of projectiles
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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Thursday, 9/29 Skill focus:Analysis of the
motion of projectiles
All from weeks 7-9 Bell Ringer: Discuss questions from lab with partner 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
motion of projectiles
All from weeks 7-9 Bell Ringer: Prepare for the test Unit #3 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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COURSE: CP Physics SEMESTER: Fall 2016
TEACHER(S): Amanda Allen, Lisa Knutson, and Ashley Rhymer
WEEK DAY CONCEPT OBJECTIVES INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES STANDARDS(GSE, AP)
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 Arm wrestle with a partner x 2; discuss forces involved 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 weeks
1-10
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
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
and the relationship to Newton’s Laws
of 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 FBD/matching activityHomework: Complete FBD diagrams
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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
and the relationship to Newton’s Laws
of Motion
Define Newton’s First Law of
Motion
Bell Ringer: 10 true/false questions about forces 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
and the relationship to Newton’s Laws
of 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: Write a commentary to the 2nd law cartoon on the board
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
and the relationship to Newton’s Laws
of Motion
Apply the Second Law in solving problems given force, mass or acceleration
Bell Ringer: Draw FBD for the situation on the board Demonstrate Newton’s Second law using Lunar Lander
(let students play the game) Practice solving problems involving the application of
Newton’s Second lawHomework: Problem worksheet
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Friday, 10/14Early ReleaseHomecoming(7th, 6th, 4th, 5th)
Skill focus:Analysis of forces
and the relationship to Newton’s Laws
of Motion
Define friction Distinguish
between static and kinetic friction
Identify the factors affecting friction
Define coefficient of friction
Bell Ringer: Write a practice word problem using Newton’s 2nd Law, exchange and solve with a partner on the white boards
Forces pHet Simulation (review Newton’s 1-2 laws and introduce Newton’s 3rd law)
Homework: Problem worksheet
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(GSE, AP)Week 12 Monday, 10/17 Skill focus:
Analysis of forces and the
relationship to Newton’s Laws of
Motion
Investigate Solve sum of force problems involving friction
Bell Ringer: Draw a picture to match the statement given (Use force diagram wks)
Demonstrate Newton’s Third law using Vernier Force probes/Tug of War
Activity-Greek Waiter and/or Newton’s 3rd Law lab Physics Classroom Interactive: Forces and Force
Body Diagrams
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Tuesday, 10/18 Skill focus:Analysis of forces
and the relationship to
Newton’s Laws of Motion
Investigate the factors affecting friction on an incline
Solve friction problems on an incline
Bell Ringer: Identify which of Newton’s Laws matches 10 statements
Video: What keeps a racecar on the track? http://curiosity.discovery.com/question/how-car-stays-on-track
Demonstrate/mini labs with various situations involving static and kinetic friction
Online Activity- Determining the coefficient of friction http://www.thephysicsaviary.com/Physics/Programs/
Labs/ForceFriction/index.html
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Wednesday, 10/19PSATASVABCollege/Career Fair
Skill focus:Analysis of forces
and the relationship to
Newton’s Laws of Motion
Solve friction problems on an incline
Bell Ringer: Solve net force problem on white board Notes involving the application of friction (net force
using friction on a flat surface) Review online activity on coefficient of friction Practice coefficient of friction problemsHomework: Complete practice questions
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Thursday, 10/20 Skill focus:Analysis of forces
and the relationship to
Newton’s Laws of Motion
Define Newton’s Third Law of Motion
Review the force of tension
Bell Ringer: Draw a FBD for selected scenario Unbearable LabHomework: Complete lab questions
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Friday, 10/21 Skill focus:Analysis of forces
and the relationship to
Solve problems involving tension force
Bell Ringer: With a table partner, review vector resolution
Draw a FBD for a block on an inclined plane Discuss and model how to solve friction problems
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Newton’s Laws of Motion
involving an inclined plane Mini Lab- Predicting the coefficient of friction for
different materials (students will make a prediction to rank 3 materials, develop and carry out a procedure)
Discussion/wrap up (no formal report)Homework: Read and summarize an article on friction and driving
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COURSE: CP Physics SEMESTER: Fall 2016
TEACHER(S): Amanda Allen, Lisa Knutson, and Ashley Rhymer
WEEK DAY CONCEPT OBJECTIVES INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES STANDARDS(GSE, AP)
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: Solve more inclined plane problems as a jig-saw style
activity Review for test on Newton’s Laws and Friction
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Tuesday, 10/25 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: Prepare Scantron for test Unit 4 Test- Newton’s Laws and Friction
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Wednesday, 10/26Essay –Math
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: Predict the path a marble will take as it exits a curved pipe (activity with table partner) Write a complete sentence.
Notes on circular motion Complete lab – When Pigs FlyHomework: Complete lab calculations
Thursday, 10/27 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
Bell Ringer: Draw FBDs for a variety of circular situations
Video: Circus Physics Notes on centripetal force and centripetal formulas Model solving problems Problem solving practice Homework: Practice problems
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TEACHER(S): Amanda Allen, Lisa Knutson, and Ashley Rhymer
circular motionFriday, 10/28Benchmark #2 –Electives
Skill focus:All to date
All objectives weeks1-13
Bell Ringer: Write 5 review questions. Begin working on Benchmark Review
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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COURSE: CP Physics SEMESTER: Fall 2016
TEACHER(S): Amanda Allen, Lisa Knutson, and Ashley Rhymer
WEEK DAY CONCEPT OBJECTIVES INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES STANDARDS(GSE, AP)
Week 14 Monday, 10/31Benchmark #2 –Science
Skill focus:All to date
All objectives weeks1-12
Bell Ringer: Prepare for Benchmark Benchmark #2
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Tuesday, 11/1Benchmark #2 –Social Studies
Skill focus:Scientific Research
Begin major paper research
Bell Ringer: Log onto computer Complete research needed for research paperHomework: Bibliography of research sources
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Wednesday, 11/2 Skill focus:Scientific Research
Research for major paper
Bell Ringer: Log onto computer Complete bibliography for research paper Begin working on a rough draft
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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- Read momentum poem, answer questions on board (See momentum unit plan)
Review Newton’s 3 laws of Motion- NBC Learn Hockey Video http://www.nbclearn.com/portal/site/learn/science- of-nfl-football
Notes- Intro to Momentum only Play game: Inertia Ball (materials needed: stiff broom
and bowling ball) Model solving momentum problems Homework: Practice problems 1-7 (Momentum)Homework: 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 As a class, discuss their definitions and misconceptions Demonstrate impulse and the factors required to change
momentum Show video- Science of Speed: Momentum and Time Notes- Changing Momentum (Impulse)/show crumple
zone videos (Car crash videos from Lisa) Final Demo: Throw egg at sheet/board- have someone
video in classHomework: Practice problems 7-11 (Impulse)
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*NO OTHER MAJOR ASSESSMENTS FROM THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27 – FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4 (INCLUSIVE).*
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COURSE: CP Physics SEMESTER: Fall 2016
TEACHER(S): Amanda Allen, Lisa Knutson, and Ashley Rhymer
WEEK DAY CONCEPT OBJECTIVES INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES STANDARDS(GSE, AP)
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 caption for the momentum cartoon Discuss responses while reviewing momentum and
impulse Model and practice solving problems involving change in
momentum Momentum Internet activities on Conservation of
MomentumHomework-Complete momentum internet activities
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Tuesday, 11/8 Skill focus:Describe
momentum and impulse and apply to the interactions between objects
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
momentum and impulse and apply to the interactions between objects
Compare and contrast elastic and inelastic collisions
Relate Newton’s 3rd Law of Motion to Conservation of Momentum
Bell Ringer- Fill in the blanks to complete the statement about conservation of momentum.
Assign groups and complete pre-lab for collision lab (TBD)
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Thursday, 11/10 Skill focus:Describe
momentum and impulse and apply to the interactions between objects
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
momentum and impulse and apply to the interactions between objects
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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TEACHER(S): Amanda Allen, Lisa Knutson, and Ashley Rhymer
*NO OTHER MAJOR ASSESSMENTS ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9.*
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COURSE: CP Physics SEMESTER: Fall 2016
TEACHER(S): Amanda Allen, Lisa Knutson, and Ashley Rhymer
WEEK DAY CONCEPT OBJECTIVES INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES STANDARDS(GSE, AP)
Week 16 Monday, 11/14 Skill focus:Describe
momentum and impulse and apply to the interactions
between objects
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
momentum and impulse and apply to the interactions
between objects
All objectives week 14-15
Bell Ringer-prepare materials for test Unit 5 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
work and explain how machines ease the load
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
work and explain how machines ease the load
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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TEACHER(S): Amanda Allen, Lisa Knutson, and Ashley Rhymer
THANKSGIVING BREAK!11/21 11/25
WEEK DAY CONCEPT OBJECTIVES INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES STANDARDS(GSE, AP)
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 the conversion of energy using different
types of toys and or a hot wheels track Relate work to potential and kinetic energy Demonstrate conversion between potential and kinetic
energy using the bowling ball Relate energy to work Solve basic problems involving the calculation of kinetic
and potentialHomework-Solve basic kinetic and potential energy problems
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Tuesday, 11/29 Skill focus:Analyze, evaluate,
and apply the principle of
Conservation of Energy
Solve Conservation of Energy problems
Bell Ringer- Solve a kinetic and potential energy problem pHet Energy Skate Park , Introduction to Conservation of
Energy Model and practice solving Conservation of Energy
problems (use skier problem) Individually students work Conservation of Energy
problemsHomework-Complete Energy problems
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Wednesday, 11/30 Skill focus:Analyze, evaluate,
and apply the principle of
Conservation of Energy
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 Conservation of Energy LabHomework: Complete lab questions
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Thursday, 12/1 Skill focus:Analyze, evaluate,
and apply the
Demonstrate the Law of Conservation of
Bell Ringer-Ask students to identify safety restraints that should be mandatory on a roller coaster
Show Roller Coaster Videos
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COURSE: CP Physics SEMESTER: Fall 2016
TEACHER(S): Amanda Allen, Lisa Knutson, and Ashley Rhymer
principle of Conservation of
Energy
Energy Students select groups and complete preliminary planning on roller coaster
Submit sketch of planned roller coasterFriday, 12/2 Skill focus:
Analyze, evaluate, and apply the principle of
Conservation of Energy
Demonstrate the Law of Conservation of Energy
Bell Ringer: Get into groups and collect lab supplies Complete construction of the roller coaster
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Buford High School CURRICULUM CALENDAR 2016-2017
COURSE: CP Physics SEMESTER: Fall 2016
TEACHER(S): Amanda Allen, Lisa Knutson, and Ashley Rhymer
WEEK DAY CONCEPT OBJECTIVES INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES STANDARDS(GSE, AP)
Week 18 Monday, 12/5 Skill focus:Research and
presentation skills
Presentation of results from science
research
Bell Ringer: Get into lab groups Demonstrate roller coasters for the class As a class, discuss successes and failures and reasons for
each Complete lab write up in class using laptops
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Tuesday, 12/6 Skill focus:Analyze, evaluate,
and apply the principle of
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 permitsHomework-Study for test
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Wednesday, 12/7 Skill focus:Analyze, evaluate,
and apply the principle of
conservation of energy
All objectives weeks 15-17
Bell Ringer: Prepare for the test Unit 6 test – Work, Energy and Power
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Thursday, 12/8 Skill Focus: All to Date
All objectives weeks1-17
Bell Ringer: Read the Christmas 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
All objectives weeks1-17
Bell Ringer: Alphabet Game for Vocabulary Complete math puzzles (Santa and Snowman) Review for final exam
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COURSE: CP Physics SEMESTER: Fall 2016
TEACHER(S): Amanda Allen, Lisa Knutson, and Ashley Rhymer
WEEK DAY CONCEPT OBJECTIVES INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIESSTANDARDS(CCGPS, GPS,
AP)Week 19 Monday, 12/12 Skill Focus: All to
Date All objectives
weeks 1-17
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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