LSSS Tutorial: Introduction to Vectors and Scalars

This resource is intended to serve as a concise introduction to vector and scalar quantities for teachers of secondary math and science. It provides definitions of vectors and scalars as well as physical examples of each type of quantity, and also illustrates the differences between these two types of quantities in both one and two dimensions, through determinations of both distance (scalar) and displacement (vector).

Resource ID#: 60089 Type: Tutorial

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Subject(s): Mathematics, Science

Grade Level(s): 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Intended Audience: Educators

Keywords: vector, scalar, magnitude, direction, distance, displacement, speed, velocity,

Instructional Component Type(s): Tutorial

Resource Collection: Lesson Study Toolkits

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