2. DAY 2 AP PHYSICS SEPTEMBER 4, 2014

3. AGENDA 1.Housekeeping Basic Rules and Procedures, Safety Contracts 2.Ball bouncing Activity 3.Syllabus 4.Summer Homework Table Discussion As a table group go over your answers circle any questions that you answered differently and see if you can justify your answer and circle any questions that no one in your group can answer.. Once you feel you have correctly answered all questions that you are able to, check the answer key and solutions page. Circle any problems you now have difficulty with and we will discuss these as a class. 5.Water rocket Design bring any supplies for Monday. Bring your Rocket parts on Monday. Testing launch will be on Wed. Make sure Wednesday you wear clothes comfortable for the field and weather. 6.Match the graph activity

4. On the first day of class find someone who is willing to be your class “buddy.” This person does not need to be in your table group Your “buddy” is to help you if you miss classes, need handouts, assignments, returned papers, clarification, need help with a problem, etc. Make sure you get his or her name, phone number, and schedule.

5. 1. My degrees are a Bachelor of Science and a Bachelor of Arts in zoology and a Master’s Degree in Education. I am a National Board Certified teacher. 2. Physics is a great interest for me and I am very excited about it!!!! 3. I am married with two children who are 13 years old and 11 years old. A cat, dog, two chickens and two fish. 4. I am a musician (singer, flute and piccolo) 5. My Philosophy on Education: There is always more to learn (so don’t create barriers). 6. I love Teaching and I love science!!! 7. Something that might not come up: I taught at the Washington Aerospace Scholars this summer and I encourage all Juniors to apply. I was a candidate for the teacher in space program and for the Einstein fellowship in Washington DC.

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7. Write a Brief Narrative to explain how you will carry out your prediction

8. Underlying all scientific investigation are the guiding principles of the Scientific Method. 1.Statement of problem, what is it you are trying to solve. 2.Observation and background. 3.Hypothesis: proposed explanation 4.Experimental testing -data collection and analysis. 5.Acceptance or rejection of hypothesis. 6.CRE: Claim, Evidence and Reasoning 1.Statement of problem, what is it you are trying to solve. 2.Observation and background. 3.Hypothesis: proposed explanation 4.Experimental testing -data collection and analysis. 5.Acceptance or rejection of hypothesis. 6.CRE: Claim, Evidence and Reasoning

9.  At your table, discuss as a group what your working definition of Physics is, come to a consensus and select one person to speak for the group. Be prepared to justify your answer.

10. Physics is the science that investigates the fundamental concepts of matter, energy, and space, and the relationships among them. Physics is the most basic of the sciences, and is used in all other disciplines of science, medicine, and engineering. Physicists are problem solvers, often meeting new challenges and developing new theories. NASA

11. A strong physics background prepares you for almost any occupation that involves science or engineering. NIST High Voltage NASA Mars Rover

12. Preparation and hard work are key to any successful learning endeavor. But a major factor not often mentioned is organization.

13. Gather Materials: TextbookTextbook Composition Notebook and Loose leaf notebookComposition Notebook and Loose leaf notebook Pencils, highlightersPencils, highlighters Scientific CalculatorScientific Calculator Protractor (angles)Protractor (angles) RulerRuler Other SuppliesOther Supplies

14. Timely learning is efficient learning. It is better to study an hour each day than to cram on weekends. If you wait until the weekend, you must devote valuable time just rebuilding the information. After each lecture, use your next free period to reinforce your understanding.

15. Learning is rarely completed in class. To reinforce teaching, you must work problems on your own as soon after class as possible. Try first, seek help if neces- sary, review examples, work with others. Working prob- lems is the primary way to learn.

16. The ultimate responsibility for learning rests with you, but you are not alone. I am here to help and guide you. I am available in class, before and after school, during lunch, during tutorial. My office hours are Mon. Wed and Thurs. from 2:00-2:40. Make sure you use all the help that is available to you. Some ideas to help: Study computer tutorials. Participate in class and table discussions Review mathematics. Know when exams are scheduled and study for them. Get help from me or your science buddy. Take Action; Never let things outside your control prevent you from achieving goals!

17. If your career choice is in technology, science, engineering, or a similar field, there is no more important beginning course than AP Physics.If your career choice is in technology, science, engineering, or a similar field, there is no more important beginning course than AP Physics. Study physics differently than you would approach the liberal arts. Applications and problem solving require different skills and strategies.Study physics differently than you would approach the liberal arts. Applications and problem solving require different skills and strategies.

18. Do NOT get behind in physics; the topics are sequential and each successive step requires a mastery of the preceding steps. Cramming is not possible.Do NOT get behind in physics; the topics are sequential and each successive step requires a mastery of the preceding steps. Cramming is not possible. If you get lost, get help sooner than later.If you get lost, get help sooner than later.

19. MATCH THE GRAPH ACTIVITY With your table group you will get a group of graphs, descriptors, data tables and a mathematical equations describing the graphs. As a group work together to match the correct graph with the its, descriptor, data table and equation. Write your answers on the provided list. You may have to argue a bit with your classmates. Be ready to defend your decisions from other tables.