SHS2 Physics · Semester 1, Week 4

Basic Physics

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Curriculum details

Strand
Mechanics and Matter (Strand 1)
Sub-strand
Basic Physics (1.1)
Content standard
2.1.1.CS.3 - Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of vectors 2.1.1.LO.3 Use the concept of vectors to represent quantities
Indicator
2.1.1.LI.2 - Determine the resultant of two vectors.
Suggested placement
Semester 1, Week 4 (Week 4 of the year)

Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.

Curriculum reference
NaCCA curriculum document, p. 91

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Collaborative learning: In mixed-ability group of 5, give learners two vectors of the same quantity but different magnitudes and directions as components of a vector and let learners determine the magnitude and direction of the resultant vector.
Assessment (2.1.1.AS.2). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 3 Strategic reasoning.
Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Paper
- Ruler
- Protractors
- Calculator
- Computer