Class Description:
In 6th grade students will be given a broad overview of the scope of technology as it relates to them and the world around them and the importance of design and problem solving as the main process used for solving technological challenges. The main activity is intended to not only reinforce the content of technology, but also be consistent with the Pennsylvania Academic Standards for Science and Technology and integrate learning that occurs in mathematics and science. Students will be designing and testing a magnetic levitation vehicle by following an engineering design process. In addition, students will be developing an ability to represent their thinking by conveying technical ideas using sketching and technical drawing. Finally, students will use a digital camera and Power Point to create a short presentation that summarizes how they designed, built and tested their vehicle.

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