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What forces are at work when playing tetherball? Using a simulator, pupils control the ball mass, tether length, and ball speed to better understand the physics of the game. A worksheet and challenge questions reinforce the concepts presented.
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CCSS:
Adaptable
Concepts
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Instructional Ideas
- Play tetherball if possible, or make a small model of a tetherball for students to view
Classroom Considerations
- Requires a free CK-12 account to access the interactive
- Assumes prior knowledge of gravitational force, tension force, and net force
Pros
- Shows force diagram
- Offers a video walk through of the simulator
Cons
- None