Seniors in physics are required to complete a physics research project. The project allows student choice in topic, but within the physics field. Students are required to come up with a list of testable questions, research them, and design new questions. After they have determined their focus questions, they complete a literature review and methodology. The second semester of the year is spent on data collection, analysis, and conclusions. The final step will be sharing their results virtually.
We spent a class period trying to collect data on a "small scale" example of what a rocket might do. Our first attempt (on a previous day) happened within a minute of lighting it. However, on this particular day our experimentation just didn't ignite. That's science folks, but we'll get it figured out. More to come on this project.
On a side note: We are on spring break until Wednesday, April 23rd so this blog will continue again on Wednesday.
We spent a class period trying to collect data on a "small scale" example of what a rocket might do. Our first attempt (on a previous day) happened within a minute of lighting it. However, on this particular day our experimentation just didn't ignite. That's science folks, but we'll get it figured out. More to come on this project.
On a side note: We are on spring break until Wednesday, April 23rd so this blog will continue again on Wednesday.