How do different forces operate – and what do they actually do?
"The main reason for the workshop was to engage the students and hopefully to develop more of an interest in science. The students definitely did this!" Head of Science, Notre Dame Catholic College
Workshop Description
CSI: Rollercoaster sets your pupils a problem – to use their knowledge and understanding of forces in identifying which of six suspects sabotaged the new Newton Rollercoaster. They’ll take part in a number of activities, each releasing a force-related clue eliminating one of the possible criminals – until the Police Force becomes the most important force, as the miscreant is hauled before justice …
Exploring: gravity, friction, upthrust, centrifugalism, centripetalism, magnestism.
"We really enjoyed the workshop, staff felt they gained a great deal from it, as well as the children. The children now recognise the “hidden” skills of science. They know that you need patience, observational skills, questioning and team work in order to succeed." St. Edward’s Catholic Primary School
Science
KS2-KS3 / P4-P7
1½ hours – half a day (depending on how many classes)
30 pupils per workshop
Classroom
FAQs
CSI: Rolercoaster can accommodate up-to 30 pupils per workshop.
Workshops last for 1½ hours – half a day (depending on how many classes)
Each working space needs to be equipped with laptop/screen/projector, so pupils can view the supporting PowerPoint throughout.
These workshops are designed to take place in the classroom.
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