Cycle 2 - STEM
The theme for the second cycle of G&T is STEM. This cycle will focus on Engineering, Science, and problem solving. Students will learn about the field of engineering and the process that engineers use to solve problems. Students will be presented with an engineering challenge and learn the science behind the challenge in which they will be working. Students will then follow the Design Process to solve the problem. Students will reflect on the process and the traits that engineers need to possess to be successful.
Cycle 2 Academic Skills
Identified Students will be able to:
Identified Students will be able to:
- Show strong interest in Science and problem solving.
- Analyze a problem and brainstorm a variety of solutions.
- Utilize feedback to improve and build upon prior work.
- Explain thinking and defend choices both verbally and in writing.
- Use literacy skills to clearly communicate ideas.
- Work collaboratively with a group.
- Show a strong understanding of concepts on district assessments.
Cycle 2 Teacher Resources
Discover Engineering- Spark a student's interest in engineering. Useful resources and information to help students discover engineering.
Engineering Interact - Free, interactive, science courseware for 9-11 year olds, developed by the University of Cambridge Department of Engineering.
PBS Kids Design Squad - A great resource with lots of engineering and science based activities and lesson plans.
Teach Engineering - Engineering curriculum and resources for K-12.
Discover Engineering- Spark a student's interest in engineering. Useful resources and information to help students discover engineering.
Engineering Interact - Free, interactive, science courseware for 9-11 year olds, developed by the University of Cambridge Department of Engineering.
PBS Kids Design Squad - A great resource with lots of engineering and science based activities and lesson plans.
Teach Engineering - Engineering curriculum and resources for K-12.