RET 2005: Engineering a Healthier Lifestyle
| Module Developed by: | Bellasanta Ferrer |
| Patrick Henry Elementary School | |
| Grade Level: | 5-8 |
| Research Mentor: | Ali Cinar |
| Chemical & Biological Engineering |
Module Abstract
This module was designed to teach elementary school children how to solve a design challenge while learning how to make informed decisions about their food and activity choices. "Engineering a Healthier Lifestyle” is a learning module that gives elementary students the opportunity to design, simulate, and present a personal food/activity plan that meets nutritional, health, scientific, and ethical criteria. Students will use the basic Engineering Design Process that integrates scientific inquiry and the following process skills: problem-solving; communication; team work; use of math, science, and technology; and ethical decision-making.Module Material
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The RET material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under grant No. EEC-0502174. Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation or the Illinois Institute of Technology.
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