Engineering and Design Archives

Engineering Design for the Classroom (All grades)

“Science is the study of the world as it is; Engineering is the creation of the world of tomorrow” – Theodore von Karman. This two-day workshop is based on materials developed for a semester-long introductory engineering class, and on lesson plans developed…

Introduction to Active Learning in STEM

on January 17July 10

During this one-week introduction to the principles of active learning in STEM, we’ll introduce several strategies such as facilitating student discourse, modeling, multiple representations in problem solving, and curriculum design. We will explore these ideas by investigating content from several cross-cutting-concepts within... Read More

NGSS and Phenomena-Based Learning

on January 17July 18

Experience learning from a phenomenal perspective! In this workshop, participants will learn how to use phenomena to engage students in Next Generation Science Standards, which integrate science practices, crosscutting concepts, and disciplinary core ideas. Phenomena are observable events that occur in the... Read More

Design, Engineering and Maker Cultures

on January 17July 25

Interested in learning more about the engineering and design process, and how to incorporate it into your classroom? This workshop is designed to show how you can infuse engineering and design thinking into your curriculum. Drawing from the NGSS Engineering Design standards... Read More

Phenomena First: Engaging Students in Next Generation Science Standards

on July 6August 28

In this workshop, participants will learn how to use phenomena to engage students in Next Generation Science Standards, which integrate science practices, crosscutting concepts, and disciplinary core ideas.

Culturally Responsive STEM Teaching

on June 22October 14

In this workshop, explore various approaches to Culturally Responsive Teaching in the STEM classroom.

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