As a teacher, we are constantly trying to find ways to engage our students about science. We want to grab their attention, reel them in, and captivate them in unique and fun ways. However, unfortunately we often want to do these things while also on a budget. That’s why I have compiled a list of five (free) resources that will start the engage your students and start your classroom period off right. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
High school students love movies! By opening class with a scene from a popular movie, you can start a discussion about the physics that is displayed in the scene. Did it seem realistic, why or why not? What laws of motion were on display? Were any of these laws violated? This can be a great way to get your class talking at the beginning of the class, and also a great way to get them interested for the rest of the lesson. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are many videos on the internet of physicists analyzing movie clips and discussing the authenticity of the physics displayed in the movie. It may be very engaging for your students to view one of these videos, because they will be interested in the physicist’s opinion of the movie. Also, this will give your class a chance to see a real-life physicist and will portray scientists in a fun and exciting new way. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Don’t worry, I did the hard work for you already and compiled a list of videos that show movie clips and are discussed by expert physicists. I hope you and your class enjoys! <\/p>\n\n\n\n