Distance-Time and Velocity-Time Graphs - Metric
Create a graph of a runner's position versus time and watch the runner run a 40-meter dash based on the graph you made. Notice the connection between the slope of the line and the velocity of the runner. Add a second runner (a second graph) and connect real-world meaning to the intersection of two graphs. Also experiment with a graph of velocity versus time for the runners, and also distance traveled versus time.
Launch GizmoDistance-Time and Velocity-Time Graphs - Metric
Create a graph of a runner's position versus time and watch the runner run a 40-meter dash based on the graph you made. Notice the connection between the slope of the line and the velocity of the runner. Add a second runner (a second graph) and connect real-world meaning to the intersection of two graphs. Also experiment with a graph of velocity versus time for the runners, and also distance traveled versus time.
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Running Man Activity 3
Students describe the race as a sports reporter would, using a graph snapshot. You can also have students... (more) begin writing, switch papers with another student, and continue where they left off describing the race.
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Math 8, Pre-Algebra
Running Man Activity 2
Running man now races a competitor. Graph snapshots have corresponding questions. Introduces solutions of... (more) systems of linear equations.
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Math 8, Pre-Algebra
Running Man Activity 1
Snapshots of graphs that represent seperate races run. Questions include finding slope (meters per second... (more)) and the y-intercept.
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Math 8
The Rolling Ball
Calculate velocity and acceleration using a ball and ramp. Could be used as a hands on follow up lab to ... (more)the Gizmo. Could also be used as an alternative assignment for the Gizmo for students with a limited reading ability.
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Physics
User Recommendations (4):
A brief look at distance-time and velocity time
Recommended for: 9th Grade MathGizmo User from Ontario
Intuitive interface design gets students into the graphing relationships quickly. Good tool tips. Great for an introduction or a refresher!
Recommended for: PhysicsGizmo User from Ontario
This is a difficult concept to teach so this simulation provide clear details on d-t graphs. My students also acted this out on the track.
Recommended for: Middle School Physical ScienceGizmo User from Florida
excellence review of d-t and v-t graphs
Recommended for: AP Physics, PhysicsGizmo User from Florida