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Using Mathematics to Design a Droid
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Roy, George J.; Cunningham, Matthew; Rafanan, Kenneth – Mathematics Teacher: Learning and Teaching PK-12, 2023
In this article, the authors explain how they leveraged the popularity of the "Star Wars" franchise to introduce a task steeped in popular culture as a fun way to engage their students in investigating complex mathematics that have real-life connections to careers in toy design and engineering design in general. The authors share various…
Descriptors: Popular Culture, Films, Learner Engagement, Mathematics Instruction
Designing and 3D Printing an Improved Method of Measuring Contact Angle in the Middle School Classroom
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Crowe, Charles D.; Hendrickson-Stives, Albanie K.; Kuhn, Stephanie L.; Jackson, Jennifer B.; Keating, Christine D. – Journal of Chemical Education, 2021
The interaction between water and surfaces is observed in our daily lives and is used in laboratories to study materials properties, such as interfacial tension. Making the connection between fundamental scientific phenomena and everyday observations is a powerful method of highlighting the importance and relevance of science to the K-12…
Descriptors: Middle School Students, Secondary School Science, Chemistry, Design
A Design-Oriented STEM Activity for Students' Using and Improving Their Engineering Skills: The Balance Model with 3D Printer
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Sen, Ceylan; Ay, Zeynep Sonay; Kiray, Seyit Ahmet – Science Activities: Projects and Curriculum Ideas in STEM Classrooms, 2020
This study involves the development and implementation of a STEM activity containing 3 D printer technology, which is commonly used in STEM education. Out of school STEM courses were organized with seven middle school students studying in the 7th grade and the activities in the course were carried out with a 3D printer. One of the activities in…
Descriptors: Learning Activities, Middle School Students, STEM Education, Computer Peripherals
Taking Professional Development from 2D to 3D: Design-Based Learning, 2D Modeling, and 3D Fabrication for Authentic Standards-Aligned Lesson Plans
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Cairns, Darran R.; Curtis, Reagan; Sierros, Konstantinos A.; Bolyard, Johnna J. – Interdisciplinary Journal of Problem-based Learning, 2018
There is currently significant interest in 3D fabrication in middle school classrooms. At its best 3D printing can be utilized in authentic design projects that integrate math, science, and technology, which facilitate deep learning by students. In essence, students are able to tinker in a virtual world using 3D design software and then tinker in…
Descriptors: Problem Based Learning, Faculty Development, Design, Manufacturing
Proceedings of International Conference on Research in Education and Science (Antalya, Turkey, March 24-27, 2022). Volume 1
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Shelley, Mack, Ed.; Akcay, Hakan, Ed.; Ozturk, Omer Tayfur, Ed. – International Society for Technology, Education, and Science, 2022
"Proceedings of International Conference on Research in Education and Science" includes full papers presented at the International Conference on Research in Education and Science (ICRES) which took place on March 24-27, 2022 in Antalya, Turkey. The aim of the conference is to offer opportunities to share ideas, to discuss theoretical and…
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Technology Uses in Education, Computer Peripherals, Equipment