NGSS Science & Engineering Practices

CEDS-M2 Science & Engineering Practices resources

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CEDS-M2 | Science & Engineering Practices

Construct an explanation using models or representations.

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Electric Crystals: Exploring how crystal symmetry can power everyday life

Grades

6, 7, 8

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Crystals aren't magic, but they are amazing! In this student-driven, lecture-free lesson, students will do card sorts, build hands-on models, solve engineering design puzzles, and more! The whole experience is connected through a beautifully crafted comic and supporting videos.

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Lessons: 2, 3

Students create molecular models of crystal unit cells, as well as geometric models of unit cells. They interpret how the two types of representations have different benefits and uses.

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I Like That!: How perception, emotion, and cognition shape our preferences

Grades

6, 7, 8

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Students will conduct experiments and analyze real scientific data as they learn about themselves. They'll learn how our eyes and brains interact to determine what we like and dislike, and apply this knowledge to fish research and the art of character design.

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Lesson 1

In part 1, students are asked to explain the concept map via an example in their own lives.

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