Lesson 6: Using the Engineering Design Practice to Explore Stability

30-45 minutes

Lesson Objectives:

  • Students will observe the procedures of NoRILLA.

  • Students will complete TEST MY TOWER.

  • Students will think interdependently (flexible) by working together to complete a task.

  • Students will manage their impulsivity.

  • Students will use precise and clear communication skills.

Materials Needed:

  • NoRILLA

  • LEGOs

  • YouTube video

Closure: Share what students found to be interesting, intriguing, even challenging about this lesson. Recap/discuss today's lesson. Let your civil engineers know that next time they will begin brainstorming and designing their own structures to withstand an earthquake.

Lesson Plan in Action

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