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8th grade engineering independent works for Microsoft Word
Designing a Roller Coaster using the Law of Conservation of Energy
In this great hands on activity students will need to follow the Law of Conservation of Energy to create blueprints to their own roller coaster. The students will need to calculate the over all mass, height, PE and KE of their roller coaster at various spots long it's path while keeping in mind their linear blueprints must be to scale, in color and very accurate. This document has everything you need to help your students master these skills. All you need to do is help your students bring the
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8th - 12th
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Computer Science Career Exploration Webquest (Career In STEM Explorer)
Computer science is one of the fastest growing industries, with over 1 million new jobs being added annually. Expose your students to lucrative careers in computer science using interactive online career exploration activities with this Computer Science Career Exploration Webquest! In part one students will work to define computer science and explain why computer science is important. In part two students will use Career In STEM® Explorer resources to discover 13 cool computer science careers (3
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6th - 12th
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NGSS:
MS-PS4-3
Engineering Design Process Template
STEM programs focus a lot of it's learning on the Engineering Design Process. This Engineering Design Process Sheet will allow students to become Engineers in the classroom. They will be able to Ask, Imagine, Plan, Create, and Improve a Prototype for any Unit that they are learning about.(Made in a Microsoft Word document so that teachers can edit questions, etc.) If you would prefer an Engineering Design Process:Engineering Design Process- Digital Notebook- Click Here! Word Search- Click here!C
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4th - 8th
Also included in: Engineering Design Process- Bundle
October Sky video viewing and after activities
The film October Sky (1999) is adapted from "Big Creek Missile Agency" and Rocket Boys: A Memoir, by Homer Hickam Jr. They tell the heart-touching story of growing up in a rural West Virginia mining town in the late 1950’s, and boyhood friends’ pursuit of amateur rocketry. History changed on October 4, 1957, when the Soviet Union successfully launched Sputnik, the world's first artificial satellite. That launch ushered in the start of the space age while the coal industrial declined and the teen
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Grades:
6th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
, HS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
, HS-ESS3-3
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Also included in: StayGiant Earth Science Bundle: Astronomy (space exploration)
STEM CHALLENGE: EARTHQUAKE PROOF BUILDING
This is a STEM design challenge where students will design an earthquake proof building, place it on a shake table and see if it survives an earthquake. Have students compete to make the best design by following the design process. Each packet includes the lesson plan which follows the design process, instructions on how to perform the challenge and a prototyping worksheet.
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: STEM DESIGN CHALLENGE BUNDLE
"Modern Marvels - Welding" Video Viewing Guide
“Modern Marvels” is a video series that focuses on the effect and use of technology in various aspects of modern society. It aired on the History Channel. Each video is approximately 45-50 minutes in length and would be a great addition to any CTE or STEM class.The “Welding” episode discusses how technology is used in relation to electric arc welding, stick welding, explosion welding, underwater welding, industrial spot welding, and friction welding with plastics.The video viewing guide is a res
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7th - 12th
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Dream Big: Engineering Our World
This is a 12 question video guide for the IMAX film Dream Big: Engineering Our World. This is a 45 minute film about how engineers are making a difference in our world today. I show this film to my 7th grade class when we're learning about the Engineering Design Process. The answer key is included.
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6th - 8th
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Lab Activity Effect of Sunspots on Satellites (Claims Evidence Reasoning Task)
A short lab activity for astronomy or earth space science. Students make a double line graph of the number of sunspots and the number of crashed satellites in a given year. Then they look for patterns and write a science conclusion utilizing claim, evidence, reasoning scaffolding framework.
Grading rubric and sample student responses are included
This lab activity blends well into a unit on electromagnetic waves, planetary mechanics, or the Sun's influence on Earth.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Future City Project - MYP Rubrics IB Stem Tech Design Cycle
The Future City Project is a perfect project for students to show off their design skills.This project is geared towards students between 5th and 8th grade, and focuses on using the design cycle - RESEARCH, PLANNING, CREATING, EVALUATING - to create a future city that solves contemporary problems.8-11 Work PeriodsThis project includes:-A full project plan from start to finish-Lesson plans for each task-x5 Printable assignments-x4 Printable MYP IB rubrics-Extension ideas to further challenge and
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4th - 9th
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Also included in: Design Unit and Project Bundle Grades 4-6, MYP IB Compatible Rubrics
STEM: Bridge Building Rubric
This rubric is useful for any bridge building project (toothpick, popsicle stick, pasta, etc)We used this rubric for an 8th grade STEM class where students worked in partners to design and build a pasta bridgeCan be adjusted to meet the needs of your project
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4th - 12th
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"Elevation Documentary - How Drones Will Change Cities" Video Viewing Guide
"Dezeen – Elevation Documentary – How Drones Will Change Cities" is an 18-minute video by the online architecture magazine Dezeen that discusses how drones will change cities, architecture, the way people travel, the way goods are delivered, and the way buildings are constructed in the future. It would be a great addition to any CTE or STEM class.The video viewing guide is a resource that will keep students engaged in the video and is thorough enough to serve as a great study guide for later use
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7th - 12th
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Building a Solar Oven; A STEM Project
This is a one week STEM science project for grades 7-12. Students research, design and build a solar oven. They test it and collect data, graph results and draw some conclusions about effective design and construction. Some of the questions and research also require students to look into how homes can take advantage of solar energy.
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7th - 12th
"Drain the Titanic" Video Viewing Guide
“Drain the Ocean” is a documentary series that aired on National Geographic. The episodes use underwater scanning technology, historical and scientific data, and digital imagery to explore and reveal shipwrecks, treasures, and other items that are found deep underwater. Each video is approximately 40-45 minutes in length and would be a great addition to any CTE or STEM class.The “Drain the Titanic” episode discusses the pattern of wreckage on the ocean floor and how that was used to hypothesize
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7th - 11th
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"Food Evolution" Video Viewing Guide
"Food Evolution" is a 50-minute video that discusses the arguments for and against GMOs - genetically modified foods. The documentary highlights the regulations and conflict concerning genetic engineering of papayas in Hawaii, the research of banana wilt in Africa, and strong differing views concerning GMOs in the United States. It would be a great addition to any CTE or STEM class.The video viewing guide is a resource that will keep students engaged in the video and is thorough enough to serve
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7th - 12th
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"Modern Marvels - Nikola Tesla's Mad Electricity" Video Viewing Guide
“Modern Marvels” is a video series that focuses on the effect and use of technology in various aspects of modern society. It aired on the History Channel. Each video is approximately 45-50 minutes in length and would be a great addition to any CTE or STEM class.The “Nikola Tesla's Mad Electricity” episode discusses innovative developments and workings of Nikola Tesla, including the Tesla Coil, Tesla’s work at Wardenclyffe, the rivalry pitting Tesla’s alternating current against Edison’s direct c
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7th - 12th
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"Modern Marvels - Hydraulics" Video Viewing Guide
“Modern Marvels” is a video series that focuses on the effect and use of technology in various aspects of modern society. It aired on the History Channel. Each video is approximately 45-50 minutes in length and would be a great addition to any CTE or STEM class.The “Hydraulics” episode discusses the physics of hydraulics and how pressure is increased, the advancement of the use of hydraulics in machinery over time, and the various uses of hydraulics today in airplanes, construction equipment, an
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7th - 12th
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Ideal Mechanical Advantage Worksheet - Pulleys - (Also doubles as a lab)
Here is a quick Worksheet on IMA of pulleys. It can be used as a lab or a workshop. The first page is a worksheet, 2nd page is the answers to the worksheet, page 3 is a short lab, page 4 is a long version of the lab
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7th - 12th
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Dream Big Engineering Our World Movie Guide Answer Key 42m Jeff Bridges
Dream Big: Engineering Our World - 2017 ‧ Documentary/Short ‧ 42 mins - TV-GNarrated by Jeff Bridges Filmmaker Greg MacGillivray explores the human ingenuity behind engineering marvels -- big and small -- and reveals the heart that drives engineers to create better lives for people around the world.27 questions with time stamps (2 pages) Answer Key (2 pages)Free! Did somebody say Free? That’s right, I did! Make sure to follow me, and be the first to know when I change my “Free Primary Download”,
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6th - 12th
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Trades Careers Webquest and Career Exploration Project (Career In STEM Explorer)
Today's trade industry is rapidly evolving, offering lucrative jobs across all education levels. Expose your students to diverse and good paying careers in skilled trades with this webquest and project featuring interactive online career exploration activities to help students 'test drive' a wide array of trades careers! Students will begin with a Trades Careers Webquest including 16 questions covering topics such as what skilled trades are, career exploration and information gathering (salary,
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6th - 12th
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Video Worksheet: Disney Imagineering FRICTION
Movie worksheet for Science of Disney Imagineering Friction video. Twenty questions including fill in, select, and multiple choice. Great resource for getting kids to stay focused (although the video in and of itself is very interesting and fun!) on the learning; also great if you have a sub day!
Video is only 25 minutes long.
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Grades:
7th - 8th
STEM Challenge: Build a Catapult
Students will compete in this STEM challenge to determine who has the best catapult bast on range and accuracy. This is a fun one day activity that is really easy and fun to teach.
The packet includes:
1. Teacher Guide
2. Prototype Worksheets
3. Results/Reflection Worksheet
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: STEM DESIGN CHALLENGE BUNDLE
"Modern Marvels - Harvesting" Video Viewing Guide
“Modern Marvels” is a video series that focuses on the effect and use of technology in various aspects of modern society. It aired on the History Channel. Each video is approximately 45-50 minutes in length and would be a great addition to any CTE or STEM class.The “Harvesting” episode discusses the history of harvesting, future harvesting methods, and the current tools, equipment, and methods used to harvest wheat, cotton rice, sugar beets, tomatoes, walnuts, olives, lettuce, grapes, raisins, a
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7th - 12th
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Engineering Career Exploration Webquest (Career In STEM Explorer)
From computers and cars and everything in between, we are surrounded by engineering. Expose your middle and high school students to lucrative careers in engineering, see the diversity of the profession, and understand that engineering connects to many different career fields. This download and go webquest includes 41 questions (table fill-ins and short answer) about careers in engineering. Students will use the Career In STEM Explorer to find career information (salary, summary of career, requir
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5th - 10th
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Ancient Egypt: Engineering an Empire Documentary Questions and Answers
Take your students through 3000 years of Ancient Egyptian history through the lens of engineering! Through this 40 question worksheet your students will learn about:The Old Kingdom and the use of engineering with regards to the NileThe construction of the first pyramids and refining of pyramid construction over timeMilitary conquestsRole of the afterlife and mummificationQueen HatshepsutRamesses IIActivity features an answer key and in addition, the questions are divided up into ten parts based
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7th - 12th
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