L2 - Displacement time graphs
OUTCOME
By the end of the lesson you will learn how to use a spread sheet program to produce and examine the movement of objects
Engage
Spreadsheet such as excel or Google sheets are very effective when examining motion graphically
LEARNING TASKS
Explain
In this activity you will need to plot two lines on a graph, change the points so they are crosses, and show the major and minor grid lines.
You can use Youtube to find out how to do these in the program you are using
Explore and Elaborate
Excel application: Bolter Beryl vs Steady Sam
Model the motion using tracker and a 1 m ruler and a trolley
Evaluate
Answer questions from the activity,
Reading for next lesson: p. 290-297