Curriculum Outcomes
Students will understand forces, motion, and electromagnetic interactions
Forces and Motion
- • Identify and describe different types of forces (contact and non-contact)
- • Explain the relationship between force, mass, and acceleration
- • Investigate balanced and unbalanced forces
- • Apply Newton's laws of motion to everyday situations
Gravitational Forces
- • Understand gravity as a universal force
- • Explain how gravitational force depends on mass and distance
- • Investigate weight vs. mass concepts
- • Describe gravitational effects on objects and celestial bodies
Electric and Magnetic Forces
- • Investigate static electricity and electric charges
- • Explore magnetic fields and magnetic materials
- • Understand the relationship between electricity and magnetism
- • Design and test simple electric circuits
Applied Forces in Technology
- • Analyze forces in simple machines and tools
- • Understand electromagnetic applications in technology
- • Investigate forces in transportation systems
- • Design solutions using force and motion principles
Differentiated Learning Approaches
Visual Learners
- • Force diagrams and vectors
- • Motion graphs and charts
- • Magnetic field visualizations
- • Circuit diagrams and schematics
Kinesthetic Learners
- • Hands-on force experiments
- • Building and testing machines
- • Magnetic material investigations
- • Circuit construction activities
Analytical Learners
- • Force calculations and problems
- • Data analysis from experiments
- • Electrical measurements
- • Mathematical modeling
Cross-Curricular Connections
Mathematics
- • Force calculations and equations
- • Graphing motion and relationships
- • Geometric principles in forces
Language Arts
- • Scientific explanation writing
- • Technology impact research
- • Procedure documentation
Social Studies
- • Transportation development history
- • Technology impact on society
- • Energy resources in the Caribbean
Physical Education
- • Forces in sports and movement
- • Biomechanics applications
- • Equipment design principles
