"Force Fiesta: Motion in Action!"

Middle School Grade Lesson 20 minutes

"Force Fiesta: Motion in Action!"

Lizzy S

MS-PS2-5

MS-PS3-1

MS-PS2-5

Self Directed Learning

Academic Mindset

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The Challenge

In Bronx, NYC, teens face a significant challenge due to insufficient physical activity, which impacts their health and well-being. This issue is compounded by limited access to safe spaces for movement and play, contributing to broader concerns about youth engagement and community vitality.

Challenge Question

How can we design a movement program that encourages teens in Bronx, NYC to engage in more physical activity, using principles of force and motion?

Standards

[Next Generation Science Standards] MS-PS2-5 - Conduct an investigation and evaluate the experimental design to provide evidence that fields exist between objects exerting forces on each other even though the objects are not in contact.
[Next Generation Science Standards] MS-PS3-1 - Construct and interpret graphical displays of data to describe the relationships of kinetic energy to the mass of an object and to the speed of an object.
[Next Generation Science Standards] MS-PS2-5 - Conduct an investigation and evaluate the experimental design to provide evidence that fields exist between objects exerting forces on each other even though the objects are not in contact.

Competencies

Self Directed Learning - Students use teacher and peer feedback and self-reflection to monitor and direct their own learning while building self knowledge both in and out of the classroom.
Academic Mindset - Students establish a sense of place, identity, and belonging to increase self-efficacy while engaging in critical reflection and action.
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving - Students consider a variety of innovative approaches to address and understand complex questions that are authentic and important to their communities.

Learning Partners and Clients

Movement Creative, a local organization in Bronx, NYC, specializes in promoting physical activity and creative movement among teens. They provide workshops and programs that encourage active lifestyles, addressing the real-world challenge of insufficient physical activity among youth in the area. Collaborating with Movement Creative allows students to engage with experts and gain insights into how forces and motion can be applied to enhance community health and well-being.

Phase Outcomes

Phase	Learning Outcome
Discover	I can identify the challenge of insufficient physical activity among teens in Bronx, NYC, and explore its root causes through interactive activities that spark curiosity and awareness.
Examine	I can investigate the factors leading to decreased movement in teens by analyzing data, conducting interviews, and researching community resources to understand the broader impact.
Engineer	I can develop a plan to design and create a solution that encourages more physical activity among teens, utilizing creative strategies and collaborating with local movement organizations.
Do	I can implement my solution by testing it in real-world scenarios, collecting data on its effectiveness, and refining the approach based on feedback and observations.
Share	I can share my solution and personal learning journey with peers, families, and community members through an engaging presentation that highlights both the project's impact and my growth.