Physics 11–12
Physics 11–12 helps us explain how the world works. Scientists study it by asking questions, making predictions and testing them — and in this lesson you will do the same.
The most important part of physics 11–12 is not memorising facts but understanding the ideas behind them. Once you understand the "why", the facts become much easier to remember and use.
You can see physics 11–12 at work all across Canada — in nature, in technology and in your own home. By the end of this lesson you will be able to explain physics 11–12 and give a real Canadian example.
Learning goals
- Explain the key ideas of physics 11–12 in your own words
- Apply physics 11–12 skills to everyday Canadian examples
- Reflect on what you learned and set a next step
Learning together
Warm-up (10 min)
Show a photo, object or short video connected to physics 11–12. Ask: "What do you think is happening?"
Teach (20 min)
Explain the key concept of physics 11–12 using a labelled diagram. Learner copies and labels their own diagram.
Investigate (20 min)
Plan the home investigation from Section B of the worksheet together: question, hypothesis, materials and safe steps.
Discuss (10 min)
Talk through the Canadian example in Section C. Connect physics 11–12 to something the learner has seen in daily life.
Wrap-up (5 min)
Exit question: "What is one thing about physics 11–12 you can now explain that you couldn't before?"
Reflection quiz only; it does not certify topic mastery. Results are not saved.
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