News From The Nest - June 12-16, 2023
Spotlight on Learning: Physics 11 with Mr. Newton
Do you understand the gravity of the situations?
A final assessment in Physics 11 this year involved a multi-day (during and after school), design, prototype construction, test and rebuild of a “Gravity” powered car. The engineering involved had students meeting a minimum design requirement to drop a loonie coin on target and proceed past a minimum distance. A bonus option of a 90degree turn was also provided; however, this is not an easy task.
The data and observations of the project, including a chronologically ordered logbook of design decisions are to be used to create a formal “Engineering Report” which will be used to demonstrate student understanding of the principles of physics taught in Physics 11. Student engagement in the project inevitably drives learning into Physics 12 principles thereby creating an extended passion for deeper learning.
After the Engineering Report is finished each student provides a self-assessment of their work. Students may be further asked for an interview to determine a deeper level of understanding.