Full Description
How to engineer change in your middle school science classroom
With the implementation of the Next Generation Science Standards, your students won't just be scientists—they'll be engineers. But that doesn't mean you need to reinvent the wheel. Respected science educator Cary Sneider has done the groundwork for you, collecting a full range of time-tested curriculum materials to seamlessly weave engineering and technology concepts into your math and science lessons.
In this volume, you'll find descriptions of instructional materials specifically created for—and tested in—middle school science classrooms. Features include
A handy table that takes you straight to the chapters most relevant to your needs
In-depth commentaries and illustrative examples that demystify engineering curricula at the middle school level
A vivid picture of what each curriculum looks like in the classroom, the learning goals it accomplishes, and how it helps address the NGSS
More information on the integration of engineering and technology into 21st-century science classrooms—and why it will make a difference
One of the most well-respected science educators in the country, Cary Sneider was an NGSS Writing Team Leader and is an associate research professor at Portland State University.
"This publication uses hands-on explorations that impact students by getting them to think like an engineer. It's also great for exploring the engineering world through experiences using science and engineering, and for the actual doing of science and engineering using the design process."
—Kendall Starkweather, Executive Director
International Technology Education Association
"This book will help you engage your students in grade-level engineering activities. All you need to do is pick it up and get ready to implement it in your classroom."
—Jo Ann Vasquez, Vice President
Educational Practice for Helios Education Foundation
Contents
Foreword - Janet Kolodner
Introduction - Cary Sneider
Technology and Engineering in Middle School Standards - Cary Sneider
Acknowledgments - Cary Sneider
1. Design Squad: Inspiring a New Generation of Engineers - Marisa Wolsky
2. Models in Technology and Science - Bernie Zubrowski
3. Everyday Engineering: Putting the E in STEM Teaching and Learning - Richard Moyer
4. SLIDER: Science Learning Integrating Design, Engineering, and Robotics - Marion Usselman & Mike Ryan
5. Teaching Engineering Made Easy - Celeste Baine
6. Fender Bender Physics - Roy Beven
7. Technology in Practice: Applications and Innovations - Brooke Bourdelat-Parks & Pam Van Scotter
8. Engineering in IQWST - Joe Krajcik & David Fortus
9. Project-Based Inquiry Science - Janet Kolodner, Barbara Zham, & Ruta Demery
10. Engineering Design in SEPUP's Middle School Issue-Oriented Science Program - Barbara Nagle
11. Techbridge: Engaging Girls in STEM in Out-of-School Time - Emily McLeod & Linda Kekelis
12. WaterBotics: Underwater Robots Built With LEGO Materials - Jason Sayres, Mercedes McKay, & Arthur Camins
13. Engineering Now - Peter Wong
14. Engineering by Design: An Integrative STEM Approach to Middle School - Barry Burke
