Hook
Read the graph, tell the story
- Slope of d–t → speed; slope of v–t → acceleration.
- Area under F–d → work.
Units / Unit B / Motion Graphs and Work from Graphs
Motion Graphs and Work from Graphs
Velocity–time and force–distance graphs (B-GO2-SO14, B-GO2-SO15).
Outcome checklist
Alberta Program of Studies — tick each row when you can explain it without the slide.
- B-GO2-SO14
By the end of this lesson you should be able to: Analyze a simple velocity–time graph to describe acceleration (e.g., calculate the slope of the line in a distance–time graph)
Self-check: Without looking at your notes, give one example or explanation that shows you meet B-GO2-SO14.
- B-GO2-SO15
By the end of this lesson you should be able to: Determine the area under the line in a force–distance graph to relate work done on a system
Self-check: Without looking at your notes, give one example or explanation that shows you meet B-GO2-SO15.
- B-GO2
Big idea: Explain and apply concepts used in theoretical and practical measures of energy in mechanical systems
Self-check: How does today's lesson connect to B-GO2?
Where this shows up later
- Unit B — Efficiency: Not all input energy becomes useful output.
Lab and demo watch-outs
Classroom safety
Follow school rules for equipment, goggles, and fire safety even during thought experiments.
Any time hands-on work is suggested.
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