106. Why is Engineering in K-12?

14/04/2023 20 min Temporada 1 Episodio 106

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Show Summary: Why should engineering be in K-12? Has the movement to include engineering improved the state of education? What exactly are students learning in an engineering design challenge? In this episode, Natasha discusses her dissertation research that explores these questions. She also provides an overview of efforts to define engineering learning goals and provides strategies to meaningfully integrate engineering in a science classroom. Related The STEM Space Podcast Episodes 98. Who is an Engineer?87. How is STEM More Than a Problem?74. Rate My STEM Lesson35. Question EverythingVivify STEM Blog Posts Understanding a Framework for P-12 Engineering LearningRate Your STEM LessonVivify STEM Lessons & Products Space Lander STEM ChallengeElementary School (K-5th) Upper Grades (5th-10th)Space Capsule Heat Shield 5E Engineering Challenge (MS-PS3-3)Antarctica Shelter STEM ChallengeOther STEM Resources A Framework for Quality K-12 Engineering Education: Research and Development - TJ MooreABET.orgDesigning Engineering Experiences to Engage All Students - Christine M. Cunningham and Cathy P. LachapelleTHE STEM SPACE SHOWNOTESTHE STEM SPACE FACEBOOK GROUPVIVIFY INSTAGRAMVIVIFY FACEBOOKVIVIFY TWITTERVIVIFY TIKTOKVIVIFY YOUTUBE