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2. MOTION MACHINES: Teaching technology and engineering using problem-based learning.

Author

MCPHERSON, HEATHER

Subjects
*PROBLEM-based learning, *TECHNOLOGY education, *ENGINEERING education, *PROTOTYPE design & construction, *MECHANICS (Physics)
Abstract

The article offers the author's insights on the incorporation of problem-based learning (PBL) in teaching technology and engineering. She states that the unit assists students in designing and constructing a prototype showing the concepts of motion transmission and motion transformation. A fictional scenario for the design and construction of the prototypes is also presented.

Published
2018

3. MATERIALS SCIENCE AND THE PROBLEM OF GARBAGE.

Author

McPherson, Heather

Subjects
*MATERIALS, *WASTE recycling, *WASTE management, *ECOLOGICAL impact, *SCIENCE students
Abstract

The article describes a series of lessons in which science students investigate the technological and engineering ingenuity involved in making materials and the environmental ramifications. Topics discussed include helping students to make informed choices about materials use and disposal; engaging students in learning about material use and recycling; and calculating of ecological footprint.

Published
2016
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