Physci hybrid beginnings with the density of soap and velocity of a RipStik

This pandemic term is online except for the laboratory sessions which are residential on campus. Laboratory one, the density of soap, was done wholly in the physical science laboratory. The class did not move upstairs to the computer laboratory to complete this lab. Students were asked to bring their technology with them to class. 

This worked well as it allowed me to troubleshoot individual quirks of specific technology. I deliberately chose to leave the laptop at home. If I am serious that the course requires no more than a smartphone for the students, then I do not myself need more than a smartphone in class. That said, the app does have some serious limitations for an instructor.

Laboratory one was done without modification other than remaining in A101. No photos were captured of this first laboratory.

Lab two started at eight o'clock with only six students, so I went with riding the RipStik. That generates a very constant speed, much more constant than the rolling ball. This also pushes all of the 

The RipStik run was set at 15 meters, three meter timing marks. The use of the RipStik meant that all runs would roll out the full 15 meters.

Students worked in timing and recording pairs, but had the option of working solo.

Masks are required on campus, I explain to the students that we are in training. One does not start preparing for a storm as the storm hits, one prepares in advance. We are developing the habits that will become automatic and will help keep us safe in the event that the pandemic should arrive here. 

Slow speed  run

Medium speed run

Fast speed run

Analysis for the three speeds

Chart of the time versus distance lines

Laboratory two remained by the south faculty building for the duration of the laboratory, staying outside in open air.