The following project is currently under progress by Rhode Island teachers. Although in some activities, the teachers have borrowed and adapted ideas from other teachers and current programs and sources on the Internet, the work is their own. The activities are displayed here in their original form , unedited as they have submitted them. In most cases, these are ongoing projects. The names, school districts, and email addresses of the authors are included. Please feel free to contact the authors with any suggestions, comments, or even participation.Teaching and learning are cooperative efforts.
"EXPLORING THE INTERNET: ROLLER COASTER PHYSICS"
To explore Sir Isaac Newton's Laws of Motion and their effects on roller coaster rides through the use of the Internet.
Students will be able to use the computer and access the Internet to research information.
Students will be able to identify those theories of Physics that relate to Newton's Laws of Motion.
Students will be able to apply specific laws of motion to the designs and workings of a roller coaster.
Students will be able to search the Internet and find roller coasters in the United States, comparing and contrasting each to discover which one provides the most exciting ride.
Students will be able to compile all research information from the computer in order to create an actual model of a roller coaster.