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    Red Light, Green Light: Forces of Friction, Roads & Tires
    Red Light, Green Light: Forces of Friction, Roads & Tires

    PostedOctober 6, 2020

    Posted By Teach Engineering

    https://www.teachengineering.org/lessons/view/cub_mechanics_lesson05

    Building upon their understanding of forces and Newton's laws of motion, students learn about the force of friction, specifically with respect to cars. They explore the friction between tires and the road to learn how it affects the movement of cars while driving. In an associated literacy activity, students explore the theme of conflict in literature, and the difference between internal and external conflict, and various types of conflicts. Stories are used to discuss methods of managing and resolving conflict and interpersonal friction.

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    Modeling and Designing a Sensory Substitution Device (4-5 week STEAM Curriculum Unit for Middle School)
    Modeling and Designing a Sensory Substitution Device (4-5 week STEAM Curriculum Unit for Middle School)

    PostedOctober 23, 2019

    UpdatedOctober 23, 2019

    Posted By Kristen Bergsman

    http://centerforneurotech.org/education-k-12-lesson-plans/sensory-substitution-d...

    Bring neural engineering into your middle school science classroom with this STEAM curriculum unit! Students will learn about the basic structure and function of the nervous system, explore the relationship between electrical circuits and the nervous system, and then construct a simple, sensory substitution device with Arduino microprocessors and breadboards, used in aiding individuals with a missing or impaired sense. After building the device, students will test and present a work-in-progress prototype to peers, and then modify the design based on the test results and peer feedback. Finally, students will explore other perspectives, including the needs of end-users, budget, type of materials, ease of use, maintenance, and accessibility. These lessons were developed by Phelana Pang of Seattle Girls School as part of the Research Experience for Teachers program at the Center for Neurotechnology (University of Washington).

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    Focus on Fabrics: Putting Materials to Good Use
    Focus on Fabrics: Putting Materials to Good Use

    PostedDecember 20, 2018

    Posted By Teach Engineering

    https://www.teachengineering.org/activities/view/focus_on_fabrics

    Students come to understand the basics of engineering associated with the use, selection, and properties of fabrics. A wide variety of natural and synthetic fibers are used in our clothing, home furnishings and in our travel and sports equipment. The specific material chosen for each application depends on how closely the properties of the material match the design needs. This activity focuses on the different characteristics of fabrics and shows students how natural and synthetic fabrics differ from one another. Students weigh the advantages and disadvantages of fabrics when considering the appropriate fabric to be used.

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