The main focus of this inquiry will be to help students develop skills in using modern robotic systems, such as the LEGO EV3 Mindstorms system, which requires the learner to grasp ideas around mechanical engineering, computer programming and computational thinking.
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Categories: Lab/Student Activity, Lesson Plan, Unit Plan
This unit plan, Wild Rice Integration, introduces a multi-grade (1-3) cross-curricular approach to teaching students about Wild Rice-Manoomin - a cultural symbol and essential staple in a sacred way... read more
Categories: Lab/Student Activity
Using an expository / pictorial essay on evaluations, to link course concepts and somewhat 'spiral the curriculum.' Specifics: - Provide students (ahead of the unit test date) with a 'Big... read more
Categories: Lab/Student Activity
Introducing students to the periodic table in grade 9 involves teaching properties of elements (metals/non-metals/metalloids), groups (alkali metals, etc.), and how to read standard atomic notation.... read more