Motion Graphs and Calculations

The movement of objects is scientifically documented using terms such as distance, displacement, speed, velocity, and acceleration. Visually, motion is represented on distance versus time graphs and velocity versus time graphs. In this unit we will explore these types of graphs; practice calculating speed, velocity, and acceleration;
​and create our own situations to document using all we've learned.

Warm-ups and exit Tickets

As discussed in class, we will be completing a warm-up EVERY DAY. Should time allow, an exit ticket will be also be done. The power point below is a collection of these activities. 
​Please Note:
  • The 'As of' date will change each time the power point is updated.
  • Slides without dates are problems that MAY be used in the future.
  • At the end of the unit, any unused slide can be completed for extra credit.

special cases

Sub Work Monday 1/11: A packet made of the following assignments will be due at the end of the class Monday.
If you would like to complete them early, please print out each and staple them together before handing them in. 
  1. 'Describing Motion'- Treat as a warm-up. Show the sub you've completed this BEFORE moving to a computer
  2. 'Acceleration Notes'- Access the One Dimensional Motion ppt and look at slides #9-11. 
  3. 'Acceleration' Word Problems- Choose 5 problems to complete; completion of more will be extra credit.

Motion Notes

Motion Graph Notes- Notes and practice problems. Last two pages make up Assignment #2 Motion Graphs WS.

One Dimensional Motion ppt- The notes below are fill-in-the-blank. Both sets of notes can be found in this one powerpoint.
Word Problem Notes will be posted this weekend. 

Extra Credit

As we complete the unit, some intended assignments will not be completed in class. Below are these extra assignments that, if completed, can replace a similar assignment, or earn student a maximum of 5pts on the test. (At least 70% accuracy is required.)

Motion TEst- Fri. 1/22

TEst review (key)

Practice Assignments

Most practice will be done on separate pages that will be handed in to the teacher. A checklist of these assignments, their due dates, and the last date they will be accepted is listed below. This list will also be visible in class as a poster.
 'Get stamped' and Sub work are in-class participation only, and will not be accepted late!

Assignment

  1. Distance-time WS (In Ntbk- done in class)
  2. Motion Graphs WS (last 2 pgs of packet)
  3. Describing Motion WS
  4. Acceleration, Speed & Velocity Calculations - (Modified version & Solving Word Prob. guide) KEY will be posted this weekend.
  5. Graphing Motion Lab ​(Example)
  6. POGIL Motion WS (pg.2) - (Mod version)
  7. Motion Graphing Quiz
  8. Calculations Practice
  9. Motion Calculations Quiz
  10. Motion Test Review KEY

Completion  date

last date
accepted
  1. 1/6 or 1/7 (Get stamped)
  2. ​​1/11                     1/19
  3. ​1/11 (Sub work- not accepted late!)
  4. 1/13 or 1/14 (Get 2 stamps!- Attempted & Completed)
  5. 1/15                      1/22              (In-class credit & accuracy)
  6. 1/19                      1/26
  7. 1/15
  8. 1/20 or 1/21          1/27 or 1/28
  9. 1/20 or 1/21
  10. 1/22                      1/27

Motion Graph Examples

Click each picture to access study guides, tutorial websites, and online practice quizzes.
The link above will send you to a site with various Motion Power Points from different teachers. Here you can see different presentations of vocabulary, calculations, and graphs. As always, feel welcome to visit me during tutoring hours (or make an appointment) for help.

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