The Energy of a Pendulum

This is an introductory Predict-Observe-Explain lesson on the Conservation of Energy using a Pendulum Simulation and the Pendulum Perspectives video. This lesson will reinforce the difference between kinetic and potential energy and help students make a connection to the law of the conservation of energy. This lesson includes a ready made lab sheet and video overview of the lesson.
Resource ID#: 163737 Type: Lesson Plan
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Subject(s): Mathematics, Science
Grade Level(s): 6
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, LCD Projector, Speakers/Headphones
Instructional Time: 40 Minute(s)
Keywords: conservation energy, energy, potential energy, gravitational potential energy, kinetic energy, pendulum
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet
Resource Collection: FCR-STEMLearn Integrated Mathematics and Science 2016

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