Day 2 Physics

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Day 2 Physics

• September 6, 2013

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Agenda

1. Finish Introduction
2. Syllabus
3. Class Procedures
4. Water rocket Design begins

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Snow balls

• Tear a full piece of paper in half, on one half
  answer 1 on the second half describe 2 about
  yourself.
• Write two things that you have accomplished that
  you are proud of.
• Write two things that you would like to share
  about you that might not come out in class (what
  makes you unique) that you would like others to
  know.

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Find a Class Partner
On the first day of class find someone who is
willing to be your class buddy. This person
does not need to be in your table group
Make sure you get his or her name, phone number,
and schedule.
Your buddy is to help you if you miss classes,
need handouts, assignments, returned papers,
clarification, need help with a problem, etc.
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• What is Physics?
• The Scientific Method.
• How Should I Study Physics?

• Questions you may have

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Build a better rover models
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What is Physics to you?

• At your table, discuss as a group what your
  working definition of Physics is, come to a
  consensus and select one person to speak for the
  group. Be prepared to justify your answer.

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What is Physics?
Physics is the science that investigates the
fundamental concepts of matter, energy, and
space, and the relationships among them.
Physics is the most basic of the sciences, and is
used in all other disciplines of science,
medicine, and engineering.
Physicists are problem solvers, often meeting new
challenges and developing new theories.
NASA
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Where might I work as a physicist?
A strong physics background prepares you for
almost any occupation that involves science or
engineering.
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How Do I Study Physics?
Preparation and hard work are key to any
successful learning endeavor. But a major factor
not often mentioned is organization.
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Organization
Gather Materials

• Textbook
• Composition Notebook and Loose leaf notebook
• Pencils, highlighters
• Scientific Calculator
• Protractor (angles)
• Ruler
• Other Supplies

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Timely Learning
Timely learning is efficient learning. It is
better to study an hour each day than to cram on
weekends.
After each lecture, use your next free period to
reinforce your understanding.
If you wait until the weekend, you must devote
valuable time just rebuilding the information.
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Outside the Classroom
Learning is rarely completed in class. To
reinforce teaching, you must work problems on
your own as soon after class as possible.
Try first, seek help if neces-sary, review
examples, work with others. Working prob-lems is
the primary way to learn.
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As hard as it sounds, the ultimate responsibility
for learning rests with you.
I am here to help and guide you. I am available
in class, before school, during lunch, after and
during tutorial. Make sure you use all the help
that is available to you. Some ideas to
help Study computer tutorials. Participate in
class and table discussions Review mathematics.
Know when exams are scheduled and study for
them. Get help from me or your science buddy.
Take Action Never let things outside your
control prevent you from achieving goals!
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Advice

• If your career choice is in technology, science,
  engineering, or a similar field, there is no more
  important beginning course than AP Physics.
• Study physics differently than you would approach
  the liberal arts. Applications and problem
  solving require different skills and strategies.

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Advice From a Teacher (Cont.)

• Do NOT get behind in physics the topics are
  sequential and each successive step requires a
  mastery of the preceding steps. Cramming is not
  possible.
• If you get lost, get help sooner than later.

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Underlying all scientific investigation are the
guiding principles of the Scientific Method.

• Statement of problem, what is it you are trying
  to solve.
• Observation and background.
• Hypothesis proposed explanation
• Experimental testing
• -data collection and analysis.
• Acceptance or rejection of hypothesis.
• CRE Claim, Evidence and Reasoning