Rationale for DPI for Design Technology Cars activity:

Context:

In my science class during Block II, I created a Design Technology Car with my partner, Shannon Williamson, to demonstrate our understanding of major science concepts.  I have attached the final project that we created.

In this activity I learned how to create a rolling vehicle in which we built, took data, and wrote up an explanation of the details for in a report.

Impact:

When I teach, this activity could be used to integrate science, technology, and language arts. 

I might also use this activity with students who learn through different means, such as hands-on.  I would assign underrepresented students to lead the groups I create.  I would also encourage students to think critically and develop questions that are relative to the real world.

Alignment:

I have met DPI Standard 3, Indicator 2 because the project uses the basic physical science concepts of measurements and data, waves and optics, and energy.

I have met DPI Standard 7, Indicator 2 because the project requires that science, math, and language arts are integrated.

I have met DPI Standard 7, Indicator 3 because students' prior knowledge and misconceptions will be addressed when doing this project.

I have met DPI Standard 7, Indicator 4 because a variety of strategies were used to implement this project.

I have met DPI Standard 7, Indicator 5 because specific content was layed out for this activity, critical thinking was required, and problem solving skills were used.