Bridging the Gap: Engineering the Real Thing (3 of 3)
by Adam Scafede
In this engaging lesson, students use their knowledge from the 2 previous lessons to design, draw blueprints, and build a load bearing bridge. Link to view all lessons is included!
Lesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1kqGWtZaGwS7mDeL26Gby2xPAvdeilJ5v/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P3: Net Force Engineering S2: Apply the Engineering Design Process S3: Apply Mathematics to Engineering S4: Apply Science to Engineering S7: Apply Project Management to Engineering Mathematics Operations and Algebraic Thinking (OA) Number and Operations—Fractions (NF) Geometry (G)
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