Lesson Plan
Lesson Plan
Objective: Apply Newton's 2nd law and kinetics to obtain quantitative and
qualitative conclusions about the velocity and acceleration of one or more
bodies, and the contact and non-contact forces acting on one or more bodies.
Engaging Activity 3 - Real-Life Scenario discussion about a car crash and the forces
involved.
1) Filipino - Writing reflections on the importance of physics in daily life, using proper
vocabulary.
In this lesson, we will explore Newton's 2nd law of motion and how it relates to the
acceleration and velocity of objects. Understanding these concepts is essential for
analyzing real-world situations, such as sports, vehicle safety, and engineering
applications.
Key Terms: force, mass, acceleration, velocity, Newton’s 2nd law, contact forces,
non-contact forces
Key Concepts:
Newton's 2nd law states that the acceleration of an object depends on the mass of
the object and the amount of force applied.
Instructions -
1) In groups, students will use toy cars and weights to create different setups.
2) Measure the distance traveled by the car with varying weights and record the time
taken for each trial.
3) Calculate the acceleration and analyze how added mass affects the car's speed.
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Assessment Questions:
2) What relationship did you find between force, mass, and acceleration?
Materials - Different surfaces (sandpaper, carpet, tile), toy cars, weights, ruler
Instructions -
1) Set up different surfaces and measure the distance a toy car travels on each.
2) Add weights to the car and measure how far it travels on each surface.
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Materials - None
Instructions -
2) Have them act out scenarios where they demonstrate how forces interact (e.g., a
ball being kicked).
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Assessment Questions:
1) What force did you represent, and how did it affect the motion?
Instructions -
1) Watch a video or read an article on a specific case where forces are applied.
3) Present findings to the class, highlighting the forces involved and their effects.
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Assessment Questions:
In summary, Newton's 2nd law provides a framework for understanding how forces
affect motion, velocity, and acceleration. Recognizing the types of forces at play
helps us analyze everyday scenarios, from sports to vehicle safety. The patterns
observed in experiments reinforce the critical relationship between force, mass, and
acceleration.
Question 1 - What is the formula for calculating acceleration using Newton's 2nd
law?
Question 3 - Provide an example of how Newton's 2nd law applies to a sport of your
choice.
H.O.T.S.:
Question 1 - How would a change in mass affect the acceleration of a vehicle during
a crash?
Answer 1 - A greater mass would result in less acceleration for the same force,
leading to more severe impacts.
Answer 2 - Gravity pulls objects toward the Earth, affecting their velocity and
acceleration based on their mass.
Answer 3 - By applying these laws, engineers can design vehicles that better absorb
impact forces, enhancing passenger safety.
Assessment Question - What forces are at play in your chosen sport, and how do
they affect performance?
Assessment Question - Describe your experiment and the forces that influenced the
ball’s motion.
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