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The Paper TowerA tower is, “an exceptionally tall building or part of a building or an exceptionally tall structure used for some purpose.”
The Task: Design & build the tallest free standing tower using
only:• 1 Sheet of paper• Clear Tape• Scissors (to cut the paper)
You may NOT tape the tower to any surface.
Each tower will be required to free stand for at least 5 seconds!!!
Integration
•What math and/or science terms did you use?
• Why is this considered a STEM lesson?
• Math & RELA extensions?
Habits/skillsHabits We See Habits We Want to See
Verbal instruction Hands-on/discovery
Not invested in learning Pride/ownership of learning
Accept facts and info. as is Inquisitive
Easily distracted Engaged/focused
Lack perseverance/give-up Determination
Expect things to come easily Willing to work hard to succeed
Don’t handle stress well Able to work/thrive under a deadline/pressure
Extrinsically motivated Intrinsically motivated
Lack of experience/prior knowledge
Strong foundation
Exemplary LessonAnimal Expo
What makes this an exemplary STEM lesson?
Could this be modified for your classroom?
Would this unit help students develop the habits we’re seeking?
Sharing
Take 2 minutes:
Share the lesson you brought today with someone next to you
Discuss how it could be transformed into a STEM lesson
STEM Lesson Work in groups of 2-3 to create a:
1. Stand-alone STEM activity
2. STEM extension to an existing lesson.
3. RELA/Math extensions to a STEM activity
Keep in mind that we are looking for lessons that are inquiry-based, involve problem-solving and creative
thinking.
Resources
Open the CAMPUS folder and then the STEM PLC folder. In it you will find:
•A template you can use for writing
•RELA & Math standards by grade
•Exemplary unit: Animal Expo
•Links to STEM activities and ideas
Using Laptop
Login using HCPSS\username, password
Go to the CAMPUS folder (next to Hand In)
Open the STEM PLC folder
Drag out whatever docs you need