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How to Build a Motor ActivityHow to Build a Motor Activity
Publisher
Bonneville
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Grade
6th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Types
Activities & Projects
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Media Length
5:09
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For Teacher Use
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Direct Instruction
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Scientific Equipment
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Year
2010
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How to Build a Motor

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Electrical engineers entertain and explain how to construct an electromagnet-driven motor. Kellie and Mike, the hosts of the show, are enthusiastic teachers that will help introduce a project that you likely include in your middle school electricity curriculum. The required materials and general instructions are printed on the website below the video, along with a description of how the motor turns and some troubleshooting tips.

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Concepts

engineering design, engineering, motors, electricity

Additional Tags

engineering design, motor, electricity, science

Pros

  • A printable version of the materials and procedure is provided for your convenience
  • Middle schoolers meet Next Generation Science Standards in engineering and technology
  • Engaging and well-made video is ideal as an introduction to this activity

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  • None

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