Sports Physics: Motion Madness!

All grades Project 4 weeks

Sports Physics: Motion Madness!

Angel M

HS-PS2-1

PS.2.A

Self Directed Learning

Academic Mindset

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Purpose

In this project, students will delve into the kinematics of soccer, focusing on the factors affecting the speed and trajectory of a soccer ball. Through interactive experiments and data analysis, students will apply Newton's second law to real-world situations, deepening their grasp of physics principles. Collaborating with peers and engaging with a professional soccer player, students will cultivate critical thinking and problem-solving abilities while promoting self-directed learning and academic mindset. This experience aims to bridge classroom learning with practical applications, encouraging students to reflect on their growth and contributions within a supportive community, with a special focus on the context of the Dominican Republic.

Learning goals

Students will analyze the factors influencing the speed and trajectory of a soccer ball, applying kinematic equations to predict its path. They will engage in self-directed learning, utilizing feedback and self-reflection to enhance their understanding of Newton's second law of motion. Through collaboration with peers and interaction with a professional soccer player, students will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills by exploring innovative approaches to real-world questions, with an emphasis on soccer in the context of the Dominican Republic. Additionally, they will cultivate an academic mindset by establishing a sense of identity and belonging within the learning community.

Standards

[Next Generation Science Standards] HS-PS2-1 - Analyze data to support the claim that Newton's second law of motion describes the mathematical relationship among the net force on a macroscopic object, its mass, and its acceleration.
[Next Generation Science Standards] HS-PS2-1 - Analyze data to support the claim that Newton's second law of motion describes the mathematical relationship among the net force on a macroscopic object, its mass, and its acceleration.
[Next Generation Science Standards] PS.2.A - Forces and Motion

Competencies

Self Directed Learning - Students use teacher and peer feedback and self-reflection to monitor and direct their own learning while building self knowledge both in and out of the classroom.
Academic Mindset - Students establish a sense of place, identity, and belonging to increase self-efficacy while engaging in critical reflection and action.
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving - Students consider a variety of innovative approaches to address and understand complex questions that are authentic and important to their communities.

Products

Throughout the project, students will create detailed data analyses and visual representations of their experiments on soccer ball trajectories. By the end, they will develop a comprehensive presentation that includes their findings, supported by kinematic equations, and propose strategies for optimizing soccer ball kicks. This presentation will be shared with peers and the invited soccer player during the final showcase event, fostering an exchange of insights between students and the professional athlete, with a focus on soccer techniques relevant to the Dominican Republic.

Launch

To kick off the learning experience, organize an interactive demonstration on the school field where students observe and record data from a professional soccer player's kicks, with a focus on techniques popular in the Dominican Republic. This live demonstration will allow students to witness the practical application of kinematic principles in sports. Following the demonstration, students will engage in small group discussions to formulate hypotheses about the factors affecting the ball's speed and trajectory, setting the stage for their upcoming experiments and analyses.

Exhibition

Students will host a "Kinematics in Soccer" showcase event, where they present their projects to peers, teachers, and community members, including the invited professional soccer player. Each group will demonstrate their experiments and findings on how different forces affect the soccer ball's speed and trajectory. The event will feature interactive stations where attendees can engage with the students' models and simulations, followed by a live demonstration of kicking techniques and their effects. A Q&A session with the soccer player will provide real-world insights and deepen the community's understanding of the project's applications.

Learning Journey

Project Activities

Days 1 - 20

Milestone Activities

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Plan

Week 1	Day 1	Day 2	Day 3	Day 4	Day 5
Phase	Project Activities
Activities	Project Kick-off: Soccer Physics Day Activity (Deprecated)	Data Collection: Observing a Pro Activity (Deprecated) Group Discussion and Hypothesis Formulation Activity (Deprecated)	Introduction to Kinematic Equations Activity (Deprecated) Hands-on Experiment Setup Activity (Deprecated)	Conducting Experiments Activity (Deprecated)	Initial Data Analysis Activity (Deprecated) Reflection and Feedback Session Activity (Deprecated)
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Week 2	Day 6	Day 7	Day 8	Day 9	Day 10
Phase	Project Activities
Activities	Kinematic Equations Introduction Activity (Deprecated) Data Collection Techniques Activity (Deprecated)	Experimental Design Planning Activity (Deprecated) Peer Feedback Session Activity (Deprecated)	Conducting Experiments Activity (Deprecated) Data Organization Activity (Deprecated)	Data Analysis and Reflection Activity (Deprecated) Discussion on Real-World Application Activity (Deprecated)	Digital Portfolio Creation Activity (Deprecated) Self-Reflection and Goal Setting Activity (Deprecated)
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Week 3	Day 11	Day 12	Day 13	Day 14	Day 15
Phase	Project Activities
Activities	Advanced Data Analysis Activity (Deprecated) Peer Review Preparation Activity (Deprecated)	Peer Review and Feedback Activity (Deprecated) Reflection and Self-Assessment Activity (Deprecated)	Community Partner Session Activity (Deprecated) Discussion and Hypothesis Revision Activity (Deprecated)	Digital Portfolio Enhancement Activity (Deprecated) Preparation for Soccer Science Showcase Activity (Deprecated)	Final Presentation Rehearsal Activity (Deprecated) Reflection and Goal Setting Activity (Deprecated)
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Week 4	Day 16	Day 17	Day 18	Day 19	Day 20
Phase	Project Activities
Activities	Final Data Analysis and Equation Application Activity (Deprecated) Peer Feedback and Revision Session Activity (Deprecated)	Interactive Presentation Preparation Activity (Deprecated) Self-Assessment and Reflection Activity (Deprecated)	Final Presentation Rehearsal Activity (Deprecated) Community Engagement Planning Activity (Deprecated)	Soccer Science Showcase Setup Activity (Deprecated) Final Reflection and Goal Review Activity (Deprecated)	Soccer Science Showcase Event Activity (Deprecated) Q&A Session with Soccer Player Activity (Deprecated)
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