NGSS Shifts:
B. Three Dimensions:
The wind column workshop is a good example of using the
three dimensions. Students are asked to tackle a real world problem by using
the engineering design process with their prior scientific knowledge of surface
area and air buoyancy. Crosscutting concepts that are touched on include scale
(size of contraption must fit in wind column), structure building, stability
(want it to float for a while), and cause/effect (fire causes hot air to rise).
Features of Quality
Design:
D. Relevance and Authenticity:
I think that this activity engages students well because in
our area we deal with lots of fires. The relevance to the students home and own
experiences promotes real-world problem solving.
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