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Cirque du Circuit: A Unit on Electric Circuits for High School Physics Feature Summary

Type:
Teaching Module
Title:
Cirque du Circuit: A Model Unit on Electric Circuits
Description:
A turn-key module for grades 9-12: introduces learners to concepts of electricity through animated tutorials, online circuit building, and problem-based labs in which they apply their knowledge to build an alarm system and more. The unit culminates with a look at the life and legacy of Nikola Tesla.
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May 1, 2015 - August 31, 2016