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written by Camil Cyr edited by Caroline Viger Available Languages: English, French
This item is an experiential learning activity for introductory physics relating to conservation of energy and gravitational potential energy. In this scenario, students are given a rough design for a bungee jump from a 20-meter tower. They work cooperatively to figure out the parameters for a safe jump. While some information is given, the student is required to research certain aspects, such as the medically-recommended maximum acceleration for an untrained jumper. In keeping with the PBL method, students will sift through information to separate useful from irrelevant data, locate missing information on their own, and then apply physics in finding solutions.
This resource includes a printable student manual and a password-protected teacher's guide with solutions and tips for instructors. SEE RELATED ITEMS for a link to the full collection of PBL exercises by the same authors.
AAAS Benchmark Alignments (2008 Version)3. The Nature of Technology
3B. Design and Systems
4. The Physical Setting
4E. Energy Transformations
4F. Motion
4G. Forces of Nature
9. The Mathematical World
9A. Numbers
11. Common Themes
11A. Systems
12. Habits of Mind
12B. Computation and Estimation
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High School — Algebra (9-12)
Seeing Structure in Expressions (9-12)
High School — Functions (9-12)
Building Functions (9-12)
Common Core State Reading Standards for Literacy in Science and Technical Subjects 6—12
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Research to Build and Present Knowledge (6-12)
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Cyr, Camil. Problem Based Learning: Bungee Jumping. Edited by Caroline Viger. Montreal: Collegial Centre for Educational Materials Development, December 31, 2008. http://pbl.ccdmd.qc.ca/resultat.php?action=clicFiche&he=1050&afficheRecherche=99&IDFiche=157&endroitRetour=99&lesMotsCles=bungee%20jumping (accessed 9 December 2024).
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