Science
Fragrance Synthesis and Entrepreneurship – Digital Fabrication Mini-PBL
In this Mini-PBL students will take on the role of entrepreneurs in research and developmental chemistry with the goal of synthesizing and promoting their own perfumes and colognes. Students will…
May 24, 2019
Virtual Reality Cell Creation
The purpose of this Mini-PBL is for students to learn Cellular Biology content while developing competence in Unity development and 21st Century skills such as innovation through technology expertise and…
May 24, 2019
LASER CUT LIGHT BOXES
Create your own personalized light box that includes LED strands and DC power supply. The image, LED light colors and display box dimensions are up to you!! Time: 16 hours…
May 17, 2019
LED and Acrylic Name Tags
Here’s a simple lesson for creating a cool LED lighted name tag for yourself or a whole classroom!
May 17, 2019
Popsicle Flashlights – Simple Circuits with a Switch
Learn about electricity and build a simple circuit with a switch using some very simple materials.
April 29, 2019
tarukantohku: Digital Design Rooted in Storytelling Tradition
The purpose of this lesson is to promote collaboration between educational and cultural programming, specifically for the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana. The Tunica-Biloxi are a federally recognized tribe with population…
April 5, 2019
Sea Floor Bathymetry
Students will demonstrate understanding of various sea floor features, create a digital and physical model of a sea floor, and then practice mapping the sea floor (bathymetry) using dowel rods…
April 2, 2019
Set the (VR) Screen: Wearable Device Designer
Students are challenged over the course of five (5) lessons to develop a cardboard virtual reality headset. Working as a “company” or in groups, learners will fulfill job specific tasks…
March 5, 2019
Soap-Making
Soap Making encourages educators to explore thermodynamics. Using a DIY vacuum mold machine, students will create a mold before adding scent and color to their soap to cast a mold.…
March 1, 2019
Sand Casting Aluminum Parts
Sand molded casting is a metal casting process characterized by using sand as the mold material. The term “sand casting” can also refer to a machined part that was produced from the…
February 13, 2019
Heating Up!: Wearable Device Designer
Students are challenged to both program an Arduino and engineer a circuit to measure a player’s temperature. In pairs, students will practice both computer and electrical engineering. Groups will simulate…
January 31, 2019
All Tied Up: Wearable Device Designer
Students are challenged to develop a wearable shoelace device. The device should both keep the wearer’s shoelaces tied and be easily removable. The lesson uses 2D vector design software and…
January 28, 2019