Lesson Plan

Identify Criteria and Constraints

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What defines success? The fourth installment of a 10-part series focuses on the criteria for engineering design success in solving the plastics problem. Pupils also consider any constraints.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Design a matching/classification activity to identify criteria and constraints of the marshmallow activity
Classroom Considerations
  • Must have computer access if you use an electronic form of the notebook; otherwise, make paper copies 
  • Learners must be aware of the engineering design process
Pros
  • Includes a link to a video on the topic
  • Provides some questions for assessment and reflection
Cons
  • None