Student e-course MYP 4-5
5.2.2 Properties of electrical conductors
In this section you will investigate the electrical properties of different materials and explain those properties in terms of the structure of the materials. Inquiry questions Disciplinary concepts...
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5.2.5 Resistors in networks
In this inquiry you will explore how resistors in circuits combine to affect the overall resistance in a circuit. Inquiry questions Disciplinary concepts In the series circuit, p.d. of the battery V...
Student e-course MYP 4-5
5.2.8 Electric currents - unit reflection
Use this reflection to consolidate your learning in this unit.Keep these reflections together in a portfolio or file in your online notes, so that you can use them to review and revise. Use this reflection...
Student e-course MYP 4-5
5.2.6 Powerful stuff
In this inquiry you will find out how to calculate the power transferred by an electric current, and about how much electricity costs. Inquiry questions Disciplinary concepts At the beginning of this...
Student e-course MYP 4-5
5.2.7 Using electricity safely
We have seen how electricity transfers energy and does work - if we manage it in the right way. In this inquiry you will explore how we can make sure that we use electricity safely. Inquiry questions...
Student e-course MYP 4-5
5.2.3 Building series and parallel circuits
How can we build electric circuits for testing? This page gives guidance on constructing simple circuits in real life and using a simulator, and making measurements of current and potential difference....
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4.4 Force and Mass
In this unit, students learn about the relationship between force and mass. They learn about free-body diagrams, flat and inclined planes, resistive forces, Newton's laws, turning forces and effects,...
Student e-course MYP 4-5
5.1.2 Electric moments
In this inquiry you will explore electric charges and electric fields, and how they interact with matter. Inquiry questions Disciplinary concepts Try the PhET ‘John Travoltage’ game: What happens when...
Student e-course MYP 4-5
5.1.1 Magnetic attractions
In this inquiry you will explore magnetism and magnets, investigating how magnetic fields are formed and how they interact with magnetic materials. Inquiry questions Disciplinary concepts Very occasionally,...
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The IB Learner Profile in Physics Free
How might the IB Learner Profile apply to learning MYP Physics? Classroom idea: Physicists and their Learner Profile I made some learner profile posters of famous physicists, using quotes to link to...