NGSS Science & Engineering Practices

MOD-M5 Science & Engineering Practices resources

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MOD-M5 | Science & Engineering Practices

Develop and/or use a model to predict and/or describe phenomena.

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Electric Crystals: Exploring how crystal symmetry can power everyday life

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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, 4

Using unit cell models, students predict what the final crystal structure might look like.

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