“Tower Power”- Engineering Fun
Take an open and creative approach to problem solving. Sharpen your communication skills as you discover the science in tower building. Learn that a successful outcome is not always based on personal opinion but on scientific fact. The specific objectives of this activity is that each team (1) apply the stages of engineering design process to build a stable tower with a roof as tall as possible that will stand on its own from the materials provided with limited amount of time and communication, and (2) recognize the connections between science and other disciplines such as math, technology, art, and engineering. Join in a fun activity that promotes an innovative move toward teaching integrated science. This activity aims to provide participants with several learning goals, both cognitive and affective, such as the ability to identify appropriate problems for technological design, designing a solution and product, and evaluating the completed design. Moreover, it helps develop a comprehensive understanding of the application of science and technology.
By:
Marilyn Lanier
PhD Candidate, School of Education
Department of Teaching and Learning
Secondary Science Education
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA 24060
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