6th+Grade+-+Exploring+Technology

In sixth grade, students develop an understanding of the progression and scope of technology. Through group and individual activities, students will develop an awareness of the designed (human-made) world. Students will begin to see the relationships among technologies and between other fields of study, specifically math and science. Through analyzing technological products and processes, students will assess the impacts of technology. Students will begin to identify that the core technologies are the building blocks to all technological systems. Problem solving skills are enhanced throughout the course using hands-on activities.
 * 6th Grade - Exploring Technology - Course Description**
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 * Designed World:**

-Egg Drop (closed loop) -Paper Platform (open loop)
 * Intro to Design Process and Systems:**


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 * Engineering Design Packet:**


 * High Voltage (Wind Turbine)**


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