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STEM Statics
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Statics for secondary school

Why is a triangle so important in the world of statics? Where do we encounter it everywhere in everyday life? These and other static principles are explored simply and comprehensibly with fischertechnik STEM Statics using practical model examples. Topics such as compressive and tensile forces as well as forces in the equilibrium of bodies at rest are addressed. The results of the practical experiments can be measured and checked using the included spring balance. The pupils internalize physical ways of thinking and working with a lot of fun and a spirit of discovery and consolidate what they have learned in the long term.

Number of students
2-4 per kit
Learning objectives
Understanding the basic principles of statics in a fun and interactive way
Time required
Each task contains detailed time information for lesson structuring
Grade level
Secondary level
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  • Topic

    STEM Statics provides initial access to important static principles for teaching at secondary school level. The aim is to control, reflect on and evaluate one's own thinking when solving problems and thus build up new knowledge. Students construct, explore and reflect in a playful and practical way. Pupils build simple models independently or in teams.

  • Learning objectives:

    Content-related competence:

    • The application of physical ways of thinking and working, basic laws of statics, the two-dimensional determination of tensile and compressive forces, forces in the equilibrium of bodies at rest, Hooke's law, force components, inclined plane, equilibrium, torque, lever law, center of gravity, types of equilibrium, two-sided lever arm,

  • Other competencies

    • Process-related competence: Problem solving/ being creative.
    • Mathematical competence: logical and strategic thinking.
    • Personal and social skills: finding solutions together in a team.
    • Linguistic and communicative competence: developing technical terms.

  • Time required:

    As a rule, it should be possible to cover individual topics within one lesson. The time required for experimentation, evaluation and discussion is estimated at approx. 45 minutes.

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