Groups work together to design a lighthouse, from designing and drawing the wiring diagram, to creating prototypes of the switch and circuit, to envisioning and building a scale model along with a blueprint. By including different activities that involve science, technology, engineering, and math, high schoolers gain valuable workplace skills while learning key concepts.

Concepts

engineering design, engineering, iteration, prototypes

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Additional Tags

circuit diagram, engineering design process, iteration, prototype, science

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Classroom Considerations

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Pros

• 21st century skills of collaboration, communication, and perseverance needed
• Outline for teacher provides flexibility to work around the aspects of the project
• Clear expectations and rubric provide all learners with the requirements to succeed

Cons

• Activities are intended to supplement lessons; additional planning time may be needed