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Robyn Volek
1.4
Describe and interpret natural structures, including the structure of living
things and structures created by animals
1.5
Identify points of failure and modes of failure in natural and built structures
4.2 Identify environmental factors that may affect the stability and safety of a
structure, and describe how these factors are taken into account
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Students will:
1. Describe the various types of structures
2. State the functional benefits of each type
3. Give examples of each type of structure
ASSESSMENTS
Observations:
- Discussions
- Conversations
- Student work
Written/Performance Assessments:
- Foldable handout
Key Questions:
- What needs to be considered when designing and
planning?
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PROCEDURE
Introduction (0 min.):
Hook/Attention Grabber: Have pictures of structures up on the board when students walk in. Write the essential
question up on the board
Expectations for Learning and Behaviour:
- I expect students to participate in discussions and work to the best of their abilities
Advance Organizer/Agenda:
- Review golf ball bridge
- Considerations for structures
- Discussion of structures (Classifying different types of structures)
- Egg strength demonstration
- Natural vs. Manufactured structures
- Foldable work time
Transition to Body: Hand back the proposals and questions from last class
Robyn Volek
By having students work in groups, they will be able to share their ideas
You can have students write down or draw in their notebooks if it helps them remember the activity
Robyn Volek