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Calculating slope of a ramp
In On track learning: Safety through technology and design, page 9
In this lesson, students build a ramp and calculate its slope at different heights. They will also test cars to see how the height of the ramp affects speed.
Format: lesson plan (grade 7–10 English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science)
By Roxanne Moses.
On track learning: Safety through technology and design
This unit is an eighth grade curriculum that integrates 4-H topics with science and math. Using the theme of safety and NASCAR racing, the overall objective is for students to design a car that will protect its passenger from injury.
Format: lesson plan (multiple pages)

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TeachEngineering
This site provides inquiry-based lessons and activities which integrate applied science and math content within an engineering context which students will find relevant to their lives. (Learn more)
Format: website/lesson plan
Teachers' Domain
Teachers’ Domain is an online library of more than 1,000 free media resources from the best in public television. (Learn more)
Format: website/lesson plan
Provided by: WGBH - Boston