Testing Predictions Using Models
Watch the activity overview video as youth learn how to create a mathematical model of a real-world situation and use it to develop a solution.
As you watch the skill video below, think about these questions:
- How do students use cards to model the ways people line up?
- Does this activity include math, science, engineering, technology, or a combination of them?
Now that you’ve watched the video, reflect on what you saw and post your responses.
- What important lessons about models does this activity afford?
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Learning from Failure
Lemond uses questions to help youth learn from failure during an engineering design challenge.
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Using Museum Experiences to Inform Marble Ramp Design
Youth explore hands-on museum exhibits to learn about force and motion and then apply their scientific knowledge as they engineer their own marble ramps.
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Trying out Career Roles
Watch as staff members Katie and Molly make connections to a variety of STEM Careers throughout the selected activity and explore strategies for strengthening your own practice in this area.