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Have students drive their own learning in Motion Impossible!
Motion Impossible
In this three part challenge, students will design and test devices that can move a heart quickly and safely across land, water, or air.
Grades: 4-12
Duration: Three 60 minute sessions
Like most of our resources, this lesson is aligned with the engineering strand of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). |
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AI for Global Good
Duration: 40 minutes
Grade Levels: 4-12
Examine several organizations using AI in their work. Consider the strengths and limitations of using AI to create change.
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Paper Skyscraper
Duration: 15+ minutes
Grades: 2-6
Create the tallest structure you can with only five sheets of paper.
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Machine Learning Unplugged
Duration: 45 minutes
Grade Levels: 4-12
In this unplugged activity, take the role of a wildlife conservationist who uses data to refine and test a machine learning algorithm.
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Motion Impossible
Duration: Three 60 minute sessions
Grade Levels: 4 - 12
In this three part challenge, students will design and test devices that can move a heart quickly and safely across land, water, or air.
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Wastewater Data Challenge
Duration: 105 minutes
Grades: 7-12
In this lesson, learners work in teams to examine wastewater data for a local region.
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Data Challenge
Duration: 90 minutes
Grades: 7-12
Analyze how The Tech for Global Good laureates use data as a tool to solve problems and affect change.
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Periodic Table Battleship
Duration: 50 minutes
Grade Levels: 5-8
Identify elements of the periodic table by doing an activity based on the classic game of Battleship.
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Tips for Remote STEM Learning
Grade Levels: K-12
Resource guides with tips for educators and parents for leading design challenges in a virtual setting or at home.
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Unpacking Design Challenges
Duration: 6 minutes
Grade Levels: K-12
This video for educators provides a behind the scenes look at a design challenge in action.
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