The Physics Factory at King Edward Sheldon Heath Academy opened its doors to visitors for the first time today, with Castle Vale students enjoying a masterclass on Space in preparation for their exam in November.
Modelling the Solar System |
Investigating Newton’s Third Law |
Exploring propulsion on a Hovercraft! |
All students rated the day Good or Very Good, with comments including:
“I enjoyed using the Hoverboard – it taught us about Newton’s Third Law in an exciting and fun new way”
“I enjoyed the Solar System best…it was practical and I feel I learn better that way”
“I enjoyed everything to be honest!”
“I thought Physics was rubbish until I came here”
Teacher comments:
“I was introduced to some great new ways to deliver aspects which I have already delivered. I now better understand Red Shift and the Doppler Effect”