Vectors Lesson

Lesson 1 : Introduction to Vectors

Objectives of Lesson:

Pupils will learn the following in this lesson: Scalar and Vector Quantities, Representation of a Vector and Notation, Magnitude of a Vector, Equal Vectors, Column Vectors, Magnitude of a Column Vectors, Equality of Column Vectors, Negative Vectors

Lesson Resources:

Maths Forum on Vectors require the Geometer's Sketchpad.  See the instructions on configuration and retrieving a demo version of Sketchpad

Maths Help: Working with vectors describe some properties and physical applications of vectors.

Vectors in a plane Vectors in a plane. ... Vectors. Translations and Vectors. Take ... Dot product
of two vectors.

Maths is Just a Game!

Navigational Vectors Project After completing a number of pilot training lessons in which students learn how to use vectors, read real time weather maps, and track real planes flying in US.  Students use real time weather maps and track real planes flying in the US skies.  Pupils will need to register for the website and it is FREE!

Graphing Vector Calculator : An interactive Java applet Learn about Vectors and Vector Operations
by sketching and playing with them.  Draw two vectors and let this 'Graphing Vector Calculator' add and subtract them for you: the graphical and numerical results appear instantly.

Vectors 1 - maths online Gallery Introducing 3-vectors requires some ability to imagine spatial relations. The latter is supported in this applet by the possibility to examine vectors and their components in a 3D graphics from different viewpoints.

Components of a Vector This example illustrates how using a dynamic geometrical representation can help students develop an understanding of vectors and their properties. Students manipulate a velocity vector to control the movement of an object in a gamelike setting.

Lesson 2 : Sum of Vectors

Sums of Vectors and Their Properties  Components of a Vector, students develop an understanding that vectors are composed of both magnitude and direction. In this part, Sums of Vectors and Their Properties, students extend their knowledge of number systems to the system of vectors.