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Same but different….. Lego pieces picture is too big to attach.
Nearpod library item….
What is Data? Lesson for 3rd to 5th grades. Also a very good video on reading bar charts that compare 2 sets of data. https://nearpod.com/t/math/3rd/what-is-data-L154602047
Hi Amy,
I agree with you about the puddles activity. It is so simple and requires minimal equipment but it has the potential for children to pose many different questions that follow on from the original set question regarding puddle size. Many other factors could be used to alter the investigation question (change liquid, temperature of liquid, compare surfaces that the liquid is poured on…..). This investigation could be set-up for any class.
The Read,Write, Think cube appears to be a very effective way for children to demonstrate their learning/understanding either during or following on from a unit of learning. A way for children to show what they know about a STEM investigation or record what they have done (the steps taken in an investigation) or reord the findings of an investigation. It is a unique way for children to share their learning and very different from the traditional work written in a copy. The technology and engineering element comes with printing and constructing the cube. Similar idea to the 3D this cube which allowed pictures/images to be added to the faces of the cube. Does 3D this allow you to add text?
Task 2
· Pre-investigation, I thought that I would be able to stand from a sitting position, however I discovered that I needed to lean forward slightly on the chair in order to stand up. It became easier to stand up when I folded my arms (altering my centre of gravity).
Task 1A: Dry Teabag Throw
Estimate: 7 feet
Actual: 10 feet
Task 1A: Wet Teabag Throw
Estimate: 15 feet
Actual: 27 feet
This was a very simple activity and would be suitable for the younger classes in particular. This 1 activity has the ability to intersect many areas of STEM and the curriculum. Children are being exposed to concepts like estimation and measuring length (non-standard units). The idea of fair testing can be discussed and explored. There is also an opportunity to use digital technology by taking pictures and using slo-mo video features. Maths can be integrated by using counting and collecting data and illustrating data (ie pictograms).PE can be referenced by discussing appropriate throwing techniques. Different techniques can be compared. Children can develop their oral language & reasoning skills by examining the data/evidence and explaining the outcome of the investigation. Teabags may be used for further learning activities such as the Tower and Balancing Scales activities. You could easily get a month’s lessons out of the teabags!
Hi Elaine, I think you are right in saying that the children’s imaginations will be better than ours in the area of stem. Giving the children the appropriate resources and scenario /challenge like the boat challenge keeps their learning open ended and inquiry based.
Hi Ivan, I agree with you about the 3D cube activity. It could be a very enjoyable activity for older classes to complete the activity and then print, cut and construct the cube. Also like you, the Tinkercad was more challenging.
Thanks for the zoom webinar this morning Colm. I picked up a lot of useful information from it.
I think the idea of using the lego duck as a character for which a child can experience STEM is a great way to make learning more enjoyable and meaningful for children.
Also demonstrating ways to differentiate this duck activity were helpful, like asking a child to give directions/instructions to another child on how to build the duck. This activity builds oral language skills and peer to peer relationships within the class setting. The activity can be further explored by asking the children to construct a duck using fewer pieces, which builds collaboration and problem solving skills. The duck building activity can be used as a stimulus for lots of cross circular integration. For example in maths as a tool for measuring length, weight, area.
Promoting the idea of completing various activities using the same duck is an effective way to save time in class. Using the duck as a visual stimulus for the 3D cube is a great way to introduce digital technology into a lesson.
