Conservation of Energy using Masses and Springs (Inquiry Based)

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Submission Information
Authors	Trish Loeblein
Contact Email	ploeblei@jeffco.k12.co.us
School / Organization	Evergreen High School and PhET CU Boulder
Submitted	05/07/30
Updated	08/11/13
Contribution Description
Title	Conservation of Energy using Masses and Springs (Inquiry Based)
Simulations	Massa dan Pegas
Keywords	energy, conservation, phet activity, periodic
Description	The students will use the simulation to learn the goals through an inquiry approach. There is a pre/post test provided and clicker questions. Learning Goals: Students will be able to explain the Conservation of Mechanical Energy concept using kinetic, elastic potential, and gravitational potential energy. There is a pre/post test included.
Level	High School
Type	Concept Questions, Lab
Subject	Physics
Duration	60 minutes
Answers Included	No
Language	English

	Content Level
Content Standard	K-4	5-8	9-12
Science as Inquiry - A
Physical Science - B
Life Science - C
Earth & Space Science - D
Science & Technology - E
Science in Personal and Social Perspective - F
History and Nature of Science - G

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