Teaching Strategies​
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There are countless resources available for teachers with a quick google search of "conservation of energy". This can be intimidating so to help the process, this page gathers some of the videos, lessons, and games that were used in developing this section of the website, as well as some other resources that may prove valuable.
Conservation of Energy
Videos​
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What is Energy?
In this video, Bill Nye introduces the concept of energy and touches on conservation of energy.
Energy Terminology
In this video, terminology used in conservation of energy is introduced using a classic Wile E. Coyote video.
Physics of Roller Coasters
In this video, the law of conservation of energy is applied to roller coasters.
Rube Goldberg Machine
In this video, an example of conservation of energy is provided through a Rube Goldberg machine.
Solving Conservation of Energy Problems
In this video, Khan Academy walks you through how to solve conservation of energy problems.
Conservation of Energy Tutorial
In this video, the concept of conservation of energy is explained using water as a viausal aid.
Lesson Ideas
The following websites served as inspiration for the creation of the lessons in this section of the website and provide further ideas and concepts for use in the classroom
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Dr. Frank J Hayden Secondary School: https://sites.google.com/a/hdsb.ca/dfh-sph3u1/home/unit-four---energy-and-society
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Rosedale Physics: https://rosedalephysics.wikispaces.com/SPH3U+Unit+4+Energy
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Sci-Guy Physics: http://www.sciguy.ca/3uphysics_homework_Energy.html
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Conservation Clubhouse: http://orgs.educ.queensu.ca/curr/ConsrvClb.pdf
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Addressing Misconceptions: http://www.education.vic.gov.au/school/teachers/teachingresources/discipline/science/continuum/Pages/energyconserv.aspx
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Energy Workshops: https://www.learner.org/workshops/energy/workshop3/
Games and Interactives
The following games and interactive activities can be used to strengthen student understanding of the Law of Conservation of Energy.
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Roller Coaster Interactive: http://www.physicsclassroom.com/Physics-Interactives/Work-and-Energy/Roller-Coaster-Model/Roller-Coaster-Model-Interactive
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Energy Skate Park: https://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulation/energy-skate-park
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Conservation of Energy in Bow and Arrows: https://scratch.mit.edu/projects/130603605/
