First, take the quiz on section 1.1. HERE is the link. It is closed book. If you don't do well the first time, you can try again once after seeing which ones you got wrong.

If you still do poorly, don't worry about it too much. There will be many quizzes. However, it does indicate that you need to work on your reading/studying skills. For next quiz, try using a new reading strategy. Maybe you need to take notes as you read. Maybe you need to find a new, quieter place to read. Maybe you need to read with a friend and discuss it. Maybe you need to focus on the objectives and vocabulary. Figure out what works for you!

Second, go get your achievement tracker (the sheet with the stamps on it) and keep it at your desk. I'll be around to talk about it.

Third, choose a goal to work on and write your name on the board next to that goal. If you have an unfinished goal from last time, you should keep on with that one if at all possible.


Problem Solving Standard:
Using the white Problem Solving Binders, go to section 2.2 and complete at least 6 acceleration problems, showing proper method. Be sure to read how to solve these problems, and if needed, check out these videos on the problem solving method. Check your answers in the back.
2 Level Acceleration
3 Level Acceleration

If you have already done those, go on to Newton's Second Law problems (also in section 2.2), and be sure to watch my Favorite problem solving video...

Finally, go on to Acceleration due to gravity (Falling Objects) problems in section 2.3. These are three level problems.
2 Level falling objects.
3 Level falling objects.


Engineering Standard:
Brainstorm ideas for as many different rockets (that you could build) as possible. Come up with some crazy ones! Keep these ideas as evidence for this standard. From the ideas you've come up with, choose 3 to sketch in more detail. Once those sketches are completed, make a more detailed "Scale Drawing" of one of them. To learn about making scale drawing, watch THIS video. I recommend making your drawing on graph paper, with 1 square = 1 inch, so a rocket 20 inches long would be 20 squares. Who uses this stuff?

If you did this last time, figure out how you will change your rocket for the final launch. Use the information on the posters to help you.

Hands On Work (Force and Motion/Collaboration and Lab Work)
Using the lab equipment at the back of the room, the soft cover workbooks, and some help from Mr. McFarland, complete lab 2A - the Law of Inertia. Work with others who have chosen this option. You do not have to write down the answer to every question, but you do need to discuss every one with your group. Everyone should make tables for all Data and use THIS site to make the graph. Everyone should make a graph, its good practice. When the lab is complete, use your data and work as a team to pass THIS quiz.

Dimensional Analysis (Problem Solving Standard). This is a "3 level" skill.
If you feel you need more help with dimensional analysis, watch a video:

Good intro Video, goes slow and very helpful. Uses a slightly different format than I do, but its fine to use.

Mid Level, kind of fun video.

High Level.


Complete a worksheet (on the back table) using the dimensional analysis technique (you MUST show your work, even if you think you can do it in your head). You can look up stuff on the internet if needed.