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Physics Resources

General Resources

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CSU's Little Shop of Physics
Lesson Plans
Everyday Science Videos    /    Show Me Some Science Videos   /   Now You Know Videos
Little Shop Live Videos (Spring 2021) 

Curricula

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The Book of Phyz - Dean Baird's Physics Curriculum
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Physics and Social Justice lessons focused on high school physics.  Expected release over summer 2021. 
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Interdisciplinary Physics/Life Science lessons for high school physics.  Includes biomechanics lessons.  
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PEER Physics:  Inquiry-driven, NGSS-aligned physics curriculum focused on using data to develop and revise models of physics phenomenon.  
Chapter W - Waves: Online Resources
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Physics in Motion is a new digital series for high school physics from Georgia Public Broadcasting. The series is comprised of seven units of study divided into segments.
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STEP UP is a national community of physics teachers, researchers, and professional societies. We design high school physics lessons to empower teachers, create cultural change, and inspire young women to pursue physics in college. Hosted by APS. 

Mechanics


Energy

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3/20/21 Wind Energy Workshop
3/24/21 Solar Energy Workshop
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04/17/21 Power Grid Workshop
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E&M

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CU Boulder's Computational Thinking (CT) Classroom Resource:  Maglev Trains & Forces at a Distance Unit (Created as part of CU's School Wide Labs for Middle School Teachers)
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4H Curriculum on building paper circuits.  Good visuals and basic directions.  
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Curriculum for 9th grade physical science or integrated science that looks at understanding unseen forces behind phenomena that we observe (eg, static electricity).
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IEEE's Electrical Engineering Activities for Use in the Classroom (eBook)
(Link to eBook on Google Drive)
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IEEE's "The Slate Twins: Caught in the Currents" comic book about electricity and electrical engineering (eBook).  
(Link to eBook on Google Drive)

Thermo & Fluids


Waves

NASA'S Science of Sound Website

Materials & Equipment

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Sells circuits/robotics/coding materials and kits (eg, conductive vinyl tape)
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Vernier now manufactures and sells the KidWind renewable energy supplies for both their wind and solar competitions. 
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Power Grid Kit developed and produced by Michael Arquin (of KidWind).
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Sells the Fluid Power Kits, including STEM Hydraulics Maker Class Set for the Fluid Power Action Challenge.
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TeacherGeek provides affordable STEM kits and supplies, including gears for exploring gear trains and gear ratios.  
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  • Home
    • Adventures in Teaching & Learning
    • Makers Gonna Make
    • Wicked Cool STEM Stuff
    • About
    • Contact
  • PD & Grant Opportunities
  • Resources for Teachers
    • Content-Specific Resources >
      • Biology Resources
      • Biomimicry
      • Chemistry Resources
      • Coding & Computer Science Resources
      • CyberSecurity
      • Engineering & Design Thinking
      • Forensic Science
      • MakerSpace >
        • 3D Design & Printing
      • Materials Science
      • Physics Resources
      • Robotics
      • STEM / General Science
      • Tech Tools
    • Pedagogy-Related Resources >
      • Assessment
      • CER: Claim, Evidence, Reasoning
      • Citizen Science
      • Communication
      • Critical Creativity Resources
      • Culturally Responsive Pedagogy
      • Diversity in STEM
      • Emerging Bilinguals Resources
      • Gamify & Engage
      • Problem and Project Based Learning
      • Science Literacy
      • Simulations and Interactive Tools
      • Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
    • Purchasing >
      • BUYING STEM MATERIALS
    • Science Content Standards >
      • NGSS Resources
  • Workshops & Presentations
    • Research
    • 2016-17 >
      • 2017 CSC - Scientist Spotlight
      • 2017 Nature-Based Summer Institute
      • 2017 NCAPP - Scientist Spotlight Poster
      • 2016 AAPT - Teaching to Learn
      • 2016 EduHK STEM Conference-cum-Carnival
    • 2014-15 >
      • 2015 MSSM STEM Educators - iPads in the Classroom
      • 2015 MSSM Summer Camp: Engineering Explorations
      • 2014 InnEdCO - iPads in the Science Classroom
    • 2011-13 >
      • 2013 AAPT Workshop: iScience
      • 2013 NSTA Workshop: iPads in Physics
      • 2011 AAPT Presentation - High School Learning Assistant Program
      • 2011 ASCB Educator Workshop: Inquiry