1. Science
Activity: Stnd 01
Date
Standard 01: 8.PS2.1 Magnetism and Electricity
Design and conduct an investigation about magnetism and electricity. Examine factors that increase or diminish the electric current and the magnetic field strength.
Key Focus: Science and Engineering Practice(s)
Develop and Use Models
Key Focus: Crosscutting Concept
Recognize cause and effect relationships
1st Investigation: Construct and test an electromagnet
2nd Investigation: Do an electromagnetic induction simulation.
3rd Investigation: Construct and test an electrical motor

2. Construction Project 01: Build/Test an Electrical Motor
Watch the video shown below.
Link (1:42): Make An Electric Motor
What cause and effect connection do you observe regarding
magnetic field strength and the motion of the coil(s)?

3. Construction Project 02: Build/Test an Electrical Motor
Watch the video shown below.
Link (1:44): How to Make A Simple Electric Motor
What cause and effect connection do you observe regarding
magnetic field strength and the motion of the coil(s)?