Force Archives - Education

26 Aug 2021

Helmets and Forces

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

Children and their parents are underestimating the danger of scooters, skateboard and skates with often dire consequences. This resource shows the real-life implications and consequences of not wearing helmets with any non-motorised vehicle. It is an easily relatable example showing … Continued

12 Oct 2020

Curly the curling AI beats humans on the ice

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

Robot beats humans in that compelling sport on ice. This resource, with contextual forces questions, is best suited to year 7 and 10 Physics students who are learning about unbalanced forces and acceleration and have an interest in sport. … Continued

8 Oct 2020

Lighting the way to cyclist safety

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

A focus on biomotion separates cyclist from bike. The Australian national winner of the 2020 James Dyson awards has been announced and his design is set to save thousands of lives. This article and associated teaching resources are suitable for … Continued

4 Sep 2020

Turning buoyancy on its head

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

French researchers have floated boats “upside down” on liquid. This article is well suited to year 7 and 10 Physics students who are learning about forces. It demonstrates how an understanding of buoyancy, balanced and unbalanced forces can be applied … Continued

8 Jul 2020

This Show Is NOT Rubbish – Ep2: Who Can?

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Chemical Sciences, Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

The Trash Can Man is on a mission to turn TRASH into (scientific) TREASURE! Hidden inside every pile of refuse and rejectamenta are a billion different possibilities... In this episode, the Trash Can Man (and the Thing in the Bin) … Continued

18 May 2020

Using a pocket rocket to explore distant planets

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Chemical Sciences, Earth & Space Sciences, Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

Researchers have adapted a miniature rocket, called the Pocket Rocket, to replicate the conditions of distant planets’ atmospheres. This article could be used with students in years 8, 9, and 10 who are studying Physical, Chemical or Earth and Space … Continued

23 Jul 2018

YE5! Single asteroid is actually two locked in an astronomical embrace

by Hilary Jones | posted in: Earth & Space Sciences, Physical Sciences | 0

Topics: Earth and Space Sciences - The Solar System; Big Bang Theory Physical Sciences - Forces Additional: Careers, Technology Concepts (South Australia): Earth and Space Sciences - Earth in Space Physical Sciences - Forces and Motion Years: 5, 7, 10 … Continued

3 Jul 2018

D.I.Y. Science – Use your own Force

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

The D.I.Y. Science series contains some of our favourite experiments for kids to try at home. They are designed to help school teachers and carers inspire a child’s curiosity in science. It's time to get hands-on. Do incredible things with … Continued

22 May 2018

Explainer: Soccer Playing and Forces

by Hilary Jones | posted in: Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

One of the risks of brain injury in soccer comes from the forces applied during an integral part of the game – heading the ball. This resource explains forces for Year 7 Physics students via the medium of soccer. Word … Continued

30 Aug 2017

Mayweather Vs McGregor – Boxing & Forces

by Hilary Jones | posted in: Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0

In the fight between Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor, the most dangerous things in the boxing ring might have been the gloves. This is why the ref's call - and declaration of Mayweather as the winner - was the right … Continued