Course Profile   Integrated Technologies, Grade 9 open, Catholic

 

Unit 1

 

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Acknowledgements

 

Lead Board

 

            Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board

            Denise Panunte, Manager

 

Course Profile Writing Team

 

            Joanne Durst, Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board

            Brenda Kenney, Wellington Catholic District School Board

                John McDermott, Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board

                Paul Owens, Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board

                Roy Parteno, Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board

 

Central Ontario Catholic Curriculum Cooperative

 

Institute for Catholic Education

 

 

Unit # 1

 

Activity 1 | Activity 2 | Activity 3 | Activity 4 | Activity 5 | Activity 6 | Activity 7 | Activity 8

 

Title: Construction and Manufacturing

Time: 20 hours

 

Unit Developers: Paul Owens, Joanne Durst, DPCDSB

 

Development Date: March 16, 1999

 

Unit Description

In this unit, students will develop design process and problem solving skills. They will increase their knowledge of the problem solving process, technical terminology, procedures and standards of product testing. Students will demonstrate their learning through discussion, designing drawings and creating of their own construction product (a roller coaster).

 

Strands and Expectations: Theory and Foundation, Skills and Processes, Impact and Consequences

 

Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations:

•      makes decisions in light of gospel values with an informed moral conscience  

•      takes initiative and demonstrates Christian leadership

•      applies effective communication, decision making, problem solving, time and resource

  management skills

•      works effectively as an interdependent team member

•      contributes to the common good

•      seeks and grants forgiveness

 

Overall Expectations: TFV.01X, TFV.02X, SPV.01X, SPV.02X, SPV.03X, ICV.01X

 

Specific Expectations: TFS.01X, TFS.02X, SPS.01X, SPS.02X, SPS.03X, SPS.04X, SPS.07X,

SPS.08X, ICS.01X, ICS.03X

 

Activity Titles (Time + Sequence)

 

Activity 1

Introduction to Roller Coaster Design

60 min

Activity 2

Introduction to the Design Process (SPICE)

120 min

Activity 3

Communicating Ideas: Sketching and Drafting

240 min

Activity 4

Communicating Ideas: Advertising

120 min

Activity 5

Safety Rules and Procedures

120 min

Activity 6

Fabrication and Troubleshooting

360 min

Activity 7

Initial Testing and Reporting

120 min

Activity 8

Formal Presentation and Evaluation

60 min

 

Unit Planning Notes

The focus of this unit is to engage students in a group activity which promotes open discussion and creativity, utlilizes peer mentors (senior physics students) and uses sketching, drafting and other technical avenues and facilities to complete the design and building of a roller coaster.

 

Prior Knowledge Required

• basic mathematics (fractions)

• problem solving techniques

• working co-operatively in a group environment

 

Teaching/Learning Strategies

1.   Students are to be grouped to include special-needs students and to ensure that groups have a balance of visual and analytical thinkers (question and answer students for strengths and weaknesses)

2.   Students work individually and in groups to complete the activities. The teacher needs to stress the importance of working both ways.

  • individually for understanding of terms and processes

  • in groups in order to draw on expertise of all members of a design team

 

Assessment/Evaluation

This unit will introduce students to the design and problem solving model, which will provide opportunities for them to assess their participation, responsible behaviour and skills with working in a group. The teacher and students will collect evidence of learning, using observational checklists, rubrics and personal communication tools.

 

Resources

 

Print

• Foundation Course

Collins, CDT

M. Finney, P. Fowler

@ Lincolnshire County Council 1986

ISBN 0.00.322053.2

 

• By Design

Technology Exploration and Integration

Trifobin Books

Editor: Julie CzernadaISBN 1.895579.78.3

 

Computer Software

Internet searches (see Activity 1)

 

Miscellaneous

•      Grade 12 and OAC physics students as mentors

•      architects and engineers

•      Canada’s Wonderland, Maple, Ont. (905) 832-7000

•      public library

•           Safety Care Videos

            Safety Care Inc.

            40 Wynford Drive

            Don Mills, Ont

            (416) 391-3511

 

Assessment Rubrics

 

1. OAJE-OAME/OMCA Problem Solving Rubric - Linking Assessment and Instruction in Mathematics, pg. 33-35

2. Achievement chart, Grade 9-10 Technological Education

 

• Technology Ideas

Integrating Design Education Activities for Students

Bill Reynolds, Bob Carney, Norm Dale

@ 1993 Maxwell MacMillan Canada Inc.

ISBN 0.02.954154.9

 

• Fundamentals of Technical Drawing

Norman Stirling

1984 Gage Education Publishing

ISBN 0.7715.0327.X

 

 

Activity #1

 

Title: Introduction to Roller Coaster Design

Time: 60 minutes

 

Description

Students will participate in an open-ended problem solving project that will result in the designing and building of a scale model roller coaster. Through the interactions of group members and in discussion with other groups, students will be guided to the completion of the model. Students are to be encouraged to have lively discussions of experiences on actual roller coasters and to use their imaginations, to foster participation of all group members. The students will discuss the proper, safe use and care of tools and materials.

 

 

Strands and Expectations

 

  Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations:

 

  The graduate is expected to:

  • create, adapt and evaluate new ideas in light of the common good.

  • take initiative and demonstrate Christian leadership.

 

  Strands: Theory and Foundation, Skills and Processes, Impact and Consequences

  Overall Expectations: TFV.01X, TFV.03X, SPV.01X

  Specific Expectations: TFX.01X, SPS.02X, SPV.03X

 

 

Planning Notes

•   The first day should be an open discussion promoting participation by all.

•   Internet searches should be included.

•   Special-needs students must be addressed at this time (group or facility modifications).

•   The construction/manufacturing room should be introduced. Special attention should be paid to safety and emergency procedures and first aid and eye wash stations.

•   Have students start a reflective log on personal growth and Christian development and leadership. The log will be submitted at the completion of the unit for evaluation, so ensure that students are familiar with the evaluation criteria.

•   Establish criteria for assessing participation, working safely and behaving properly.

 

Prior Knowledge Required

•   mathematical skills

•   understanding of the basic concepts of motion and how it acts upon a body

 

Teaching/Learning Strategies

 

Students will

•   understand the basic concept of roller coaster design.

•   learn about potential and kinetic energy.

•   learn about acceleration and velocity (terms and unit of measure).

•   begin a daily reflective log book that outlines their role as a Christian individual and valued group member.

•   share the gifts God has given each of us for the building of the faith community.

 

Teachers will

(whole group)

•   introduce the project and expectations to the class (Appendix 1).

•   discuss the impact of technology on the community and how technology relates to Catholic values (e.g., to value people over things; value sharing; technology is a service to others; have respect for the environment).

•   show a video on roller coasters.

•   generate an open discussion on the rides the students have personally experienced. Topics should include the scariest, most fun, favourite part of the ride, where, when, etc.

•   remind students that they are gifts from God.

 

Students read handouts on Energy and Learning Science language and write down definitions. The teacher needs to demonstrate how these terms are used in relationship to the design of roller coasters (Appendix 1, Energy).

 

Assessment/Evaluation

•   Teacher checks that definitions are written down and that students understand terms (not assessed).

•   A formative self-assessment using a daily reflection log to be checked but not evaluated.

•   Students should address issues that would possibly effect the lives of people that would have a new facility such as this (roller coaster, amusement park) in their local community.

 

Accommodations

•   Group students to pair special-needs students with stronger students for peer mentoring.

•   Ensure that visual aids and other devices are available for special-needs students.

•   Enriched students should be encouraged to work at an enhanced level.

 

Resources

•     movies on roller coasters

•     Internet locations:
www.nlpublishing.com/
www.demon.co.uk/arvis/wwg/xwc.html
www.middleweb.com/coaster.html (interactive design page)

 

 

Activity #2

 

Title: Understanding the Design Process

Time: 120 minutes

 

Description

Students will demonstrate an understanding of the basics of design through drawings and verbal communication. They will communicate their ideas using the appropriate language, and then apply skills and strategies of the design process.

 

Strands and Expectations

 

  Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations:

 

  The graduate is expected to:

  • make decisions in light of gospel values with an informed moral conscience.

  • take initiative and demonstrate Christian leadership characterized by service to others.

  • work effectively as a team member.

 

  Strands: Theory and Foundations, Skills and Processes

  Overall Expectations: TFV.01X, TFV.03X, SPV.03X

  Specific Expectations: TFS.02X, SPS.02X, SPS.01X

 

Planning Notes

•   Work through the SPICE model or similar problem solving model and demonstrate its proper use.

•   Group member responsibilities should be discussed and assigned. Students should be encouraged to take initiative and show their leadership skills.

•   Agree on product development, research and communication formats.

 

Prior Knowledge Required

•   mathematical skills; understanding of the basic concepts of motion speed and how it acts upon a body

 

Teaching/Learning Strategies

Students will

•   understand the basic concept of roller coaster design .

•   learn about potential and kinetic energy.

•   learn about acceleration and velocity (terms and units of measure).

 

Teachers will

(whole group)

•   introduce the project and expectations to the class.

•   show a video on roller coasters.

•   generate an open discussion on the rides the students have personally experienced, topics should include the scariest, most fun, favourite part of the ride, where, when, etc.

 

There should be a class discussion on various types of problem solving methods (examples to be shown). Students should choose the one they are most comfortable with and then complete a sample. Small groups that include special needs students may then be formed by the teacher.

 

Assessment/Evaluation

•   personal growth log checked but not evaluated (comments added as required)

•   students participation should be noted, but not evaluated at this time

•   rubric of group evaluation of Problem Solving and Individual Self-evaluation Rubric (Appendix 3)

•   decisions should be moraly and ethically correct

 

Accommodations

•   Use groups to pair weaker and stronger students for peer mentoring.

•   Allow for changes in group structures.

•   Provide completed assignments for special-needs students.

•   Use a variety of teaching styles to accommodate all students.

 

Resources

•   Model of SPICE or other forms of design process solving models (Appendix 2) Foundation Course, Collins, CDT, 1986, ISBN 0.00.322053.2

•   Technology In Your World, 2nd Edition, Michael Hacker, Robert Barden, pg. 34, ISBN 0.8273.4425.2

 

 

Activity #3

 

Title: Communications Sketching and Drafting

Time: 240 minutes

 

Description

Students will communicate their ideas to other group members by means of sketches and completed drafting drawings. Proper engineering symbols and language will be used. All ideas will be presented visually, accurately and effectively.

       

Strands and Expectations

 

Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations:

 

The graduate is expected to:

• read, understand and use written materials effectively.

• take initiative and demonstrate Christian leadership.

• work effectively as an interdependent team member.

 

Strands: Theory and Foundation, Skills and Practices, Impact and Consequences

Overall Expectations: TFV.03X, SPS.05X

Specific Expectations: TFS.04X, SPS.02X, SPS.03X

 

Planning Notes

•   Share samples of engineering drawings, orthographic projection and sketches.

•   Provide scale rulers (tri-angle scales) for each group.

•   Discuss samples of drafting symbols.

 

Prior Knowledge Required

•   working knowledge of scale, sketching and basic drafting tools

•   group working skills

•   safety practices when working in construction room

•   communication skills

 

Teaching/Learning Strategies

Students will

•   produce rough sketches and drawings for discussion.

•   produce scaled drawings and orthographic drawings of the project.

•   use proper engineering symbols where applicable.

 

Teachers will

(whole group)

•   introduce thumbnail sketches as a way to communicate ideas.

•   instruct the use of scaled rulers.

•   introduce and provide samples of orthographic drawings.

 

Assessment/Evaluation

•   Students should demonstrate a knowledge of the design process.

•   Students should be evaluated on leadership and being an interdependent team member (App. 2).

 

Students drawings and sketches will be assessed individually, based upon accuracy and attention to detail (Rubric of Drafting Appendix 3). A formative evaluation will be used to assess participation in problem solving, communication and design ideas in the group.

 

Accommodations

•   Provide samples of various types of sketches, engineering drawings etc., for discussion.

•   Provide computers with drawing programs.

•   Provide extra instructions to groups as required.

 

Resources

Fundamentals of Technical Drawing, Norman Sterling — Chapters 3, 4, 5 (as background)

 

 

Activity #4

 

Title: Communications Advertising and Logo

Time: 120 minutes

 

Description

Students will communicate ideas for advertising and/or a ride logo. The completed product(s) should accurately reflect their ideas and represent the group.

 

Strands and Expectations

 

Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations:

 

The graduate is expected to:

• contribute to the common good.

• take initiative and demonstrate Christian leadership.

• work effectively as an interdependent team member.

 

Strands: Theory and Foundation, Skills and Processes

Overall Expectations: TFV.03X

Specific Expectations: TFS.01X, SPS.02X, SPS.03X

 

Planning Notes

•   Teacher should have samples of the various types of advertising he/she wants the students to use.

•   The individual groups can use these samples as resources, but the final product must be new and innovative.

•   Students are to be made aware of copyright laws and are not to copy any existing symbols or slogans.

 

Prior Knowledge Required

•   group working skills

•   understanding of personal responsibilities assigned by group

•   communication skills

 

Teaching/Learning Strategies

Students will

•   provide examples of visual advertising (using typography, photography, symbols and animation).

•   provide a logo completed and agreed on by the group.

•   provide a full page colour advertisement for the roller coaster.

•   understand the impact of advertising on Christian values and the development of personal growth.

 

Teachers will

(whole group)

•   discuss and show samples of typography, animation, photography and symbols in advertising.

•   discuss the impact advertising may have on personal beliefs, attitudes and behaviours.

•   discuss the impact of advertising on self-esteem (morals and ethics of role model advertising).

(individual group)

•   demonstrate potential avenues to follow so all groups will produce different ideas.

•   encourage students reflect on the image portrayed by their logo and advertising campaigns.

 

Students will provide examples of print advertising and be able to explain their choices for likes and dislikes in written form. They should provide thumbnail sketches and final sketches of both the logo and the full page advertisement. Computer programs may be used, but clip-art should not be allowed, as this is a new product.

 

Assessment/Evaluation

•   Each student will be evaluated on the attention to detail and creativity of their sketches, full page sketch and final drawing; moral content should be part of the evaluation.

•   Social values should be reflected in the advertising campaign. Nothing that could be considered racial, sexual or religiously unacceptable should be included.

•   Student's initiative, Christian leadership and participation in a group should be noted (Appendices 1 and 2).

 

Once all group members have been evaluated, students in the group will select the drawing/logo that they feel is the best, and use it to represent them. Personal reflective logs should be checked, with discussions regarding the students' personal growth to be done in private. Formative evaluation of communication skills, problem solving, completion of assigned tasks and work habits (safety included) is to be entered into the teacher’s log.

 

Accommodations

•   Provide work that may be already started.

•   Provide a standard of conduct for all groups to follow.

 

Resources

•   Newspaper, magazines, flyers etc...

 

 

Activity #5

 

Title: Safety Rules and Procedures

Time: 120 minutes

 

Description

In this activity, the students will be introduced to the facilities, tools and equipment that they will be using. Health and safety is the focus. A written test may be used if necessary.

 

Strands and Expectations

 

Strands: Theory and Foundations, Skills and Processes, Impact and Consequences

 

Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations:

 

The graduate is expected to:

• accept accountability for ones own actions.

• respect the environment and use resources wisely.

Overall Expectations: TFV.01X, SPV.01X, ICV.01X

Specific Expectations: SPS.08X

 

Planning Notes

•   Teacher must provide safety videos for all equipment to be used.

•   Teachers will provide materials (tools, equipment).

•   Safety quiz is recommended.

 

Prior Knowledge Required

•   a respect for the safety and well being of others

•   completion of safety quiz and the ability to demonstrate the safe operation of tools

 

Teaching/Learning Strategies

Students will

•   review and understand safety rules and procedures.

•   demonstrate the proper and safe operation of tools and equipment.

•   understand the emergency procedures for the classroom in case of fire or accident.

•   be aware of his/her environment and look out for the well-being of others.

 

Teachers will

(whole group)

•   introduce the safety procedures for the classroom.

•   provide safety videos and a quiz.

•   introduce criteria for material selection (include environmental concerns in the discussion).

(small groups)

•   provide demonstrations on proper use of equipment.

(individual students)

•   be aware of special-needs students and provide for their well-being.

 

Students will observe the videos and complete a quiz on shop safety. They will understand the safe operation of the tools to be used and be able to demonstrate that understanding. The proper storage and use of the materials should also be demonstrated.

 

 

Assessment/Evaluation

•   accountability and leadership skill development should be noted (Appendix 1 for help)

•   selection of materials and their use should include environmental concerns and waste disposal

 

Students will write and pass a quiz on safety. Test must include proper dress, tool identification and its proper use. They must then demonstrate a working knowledge of how the tool is used, including its cleaning and storing.

 

Accommodations

•   Use a variety of instructions techniques on safety.

•   Provide modified tools where necessary to ensure safe completion of product.

•   Group stronger/more experienced students with those of special needs for peer teaching.

•   A teacher’s assistant may be required depending upon class make-up or structure.

 

Resources

•   safety videos, safety handout and quiz

•   tools and equipment to be used.

•   materials to be used in construction

 

Activity #6

 

Title: Roller Coaster Fabrication

Time: 360 minutes

 

Description

Students will begin to fabricate their roller coaster using the sketches and drawings they have completed. Daily logs will contain progress reports as well as any difficulties encountered and how they were overcome.

 

Strands and Expectations

 

Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations:

 

The graduate is expected to:

•   demonstrate effective communication, decision making, problem solving, time and resource management skills.

•   take initiative and demonstrate Christian leadership.

•   work effectively as an interdependent team member.

 

Strands: Theory and Foundations, Skills and Processes, Impact and Consequences

Overall Expectations: TFV.01X, SPV.01X, ICV.01X

Specific Expectations: TFS.01X, SPS.07X, ICS.01X, ICS.03X

 

 

Planning Notes

•   Students will be supplied with materials and given an assigned work area (environmental and waste concerns should be addressed again).

•   Groups should observe one another and question design and fabrication techniques.

•   The facilities in the room will determine the types and sizes of materials used.

•   Groups are to be encouraged to use their own fabrication techniques, such as wood glue, nails, hot melt glue, various wood joints, welding etc.

 

Prior Knowledge Required

•   understanding of the SPICE method or similar model

•   understanding of the safe operation of tools and equipment

•   understanding of the expectations of their completed drawings and specifications

 

Teaching/Learning Strategies

Students will

•   use thinking and problem solving skills.

•   use equipment and technology safely with regard for others.

•   construct a roller coaster to their design specifications.

•   problem solve and brainstorm when new problems arise.

 

Teachers will

(whole group)

•   distribute materials and equipment.

•   ensure all groups are aware of time lines and product expectations.

(individual work)

•   do roving conferencing.

•   ensure daily logs are complete.

•   ensure special needs students are provided for (i.e., peer mentoring, special tools, additional time, completed samples, etc.).

 

Assessment/Evaluation:

•   leadership and initiative should be noted

•   communication skills and prticipation as a group member are to be evaluated (Appendices 1 and 2)

 

The Rubric Model (Appendix 1) is to be used to evaluate problem solving skills as the roller coaster is being constructed. Teacher should be doing roving conferencing and assessing group interaction. Christian reflections should be noted and discussed as required.

 

Accommodations

•   Prepare partially completed samples to demonstrate various construction techniques.

•   Provide modified work areas (tools, tables, lighting, etc.).

 

Resources

•   Materials selected by the instructor

•   Tools and equipment distributed by the instructor

•   Residential Carpentry; Ch. 4 Safety Unit (handout and quiz) John L Freirer

 

Activity #7

 

Title: Initial Testing and Product Evaluation

Time: 120 minutes

 

Description

Students are now ready to start the evaluation stage of the project. They are to conduct a series of test runs on the roller coaster and observe and report any design or operational concerns. Once noted, they may be corrected and the trial process repeated. Accurate notes are to be kept. Students must describe concerns and solutions to the teacher prior to any changes to design.

 

Strands and Expectations

 

Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations:

 

The graduate is expected to:

• create, adapt and evaluate new ideas in light of the common good.

• read, understand and use written materials effectively.

• think reflectively and creatively to evaluate situations and solve problems.

• respect the rights, responsibilities and contributions of self and others.

 

Strands: Theory and Foundations, Skills and Processes

Overall Expectations: TFV.03X, SPV.03X

Specific Expectations: TFS.01X, SPS.02X, SPS.03X, SPS.01X

 

Planning Notes

•   Students will be given time to run a series of tests on their roller coaster. Tests should include approximately 30 trial runs with the marble or ball bearing and notes must be taken on results that will include the number of successful runs, any areas of concern (corners, loops, speed, track design etc..), potential repairs and design modifications. They may then complete necessary changes once the reasons have been explained to the teacher and another set of trials has been completed.

 

Prior Knowledge Required

•   use of peer and self-evaluation sheets and criteria for marking

•   an understanding of problem solving methods for use in modifications

 

Teaching/Learning Strategies

Students will

•   understand and use a design process model in their evaluation.

•   transfer new concepts, skills and procedures to new context.

 

Teachers will

(whole group)

•   review the evaluation process so students can make the connection between ideas, product and development modifications.

(individual groups)

•   distribute peer and self evaluation sheets.

•   distribute project evaluation sheets.

•   ensure testing procedures are followed.

 

Students are to work collaboratively in the evaluation of the roller coaster and agree to any design changes and be able to support their decision. They should be able to operate the coaster for a series of trial runs (30) and record all data to support their decision whether or not to do any modifications.

 

Assessment/Evaluation

•   response to design problems and changes should be noted and evaluated (Appendix 1)

•   daily logs and reflections are complete and show personal growth (Appendices 1 and 2)

 

Students will write a report outlining the design process and resulting design. The report will include all rough and finished drawings, all test data and a reflection of the improvements and modifications. A second set of results must be included after changes are made and should reflect the improvements made. Evaluation using OAJE-OAME/OMCA Rubric.

 

Accommodations

•   Provide various examples of measuring and evaluating.

•   Modify group assignments and structure as required to ensure all members participate.

•   Provide facilities for special needs and stronger students (computer programs for evaluation).

 

Resources

•   Completed roller coaster

•   Test run results and all data sheets

•   OAJE-OAME/OMCA Problem Solving Rubric- Linking Assessment and Instruction in Mathematics, pg33-35

•   Achievement chart grade 9-10 Technological Education

 

Activity #8

 

Title: Formal Presentation and Final Evaluation

Time: 60 minutes

 

Description

Students will present their final version of the roller coaster to their instructor and the class. They will display all drawings, sketches, advertising and logo for evaluation. They will demonstrate the roller coaster’s operation while noting any unique design ideas the group used. Other groups may question and then evaluate the members.

 

 

Strands and Expectations

Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations:

 

The graduate is expected to:

• read, understand and use written materials effectively.

• create, adapt and evaluate new ideas in light of the common good.

• think reflectively and creatively to evaluate situations and solve problems.

• take initiative and demonstrate Christian leadership.

 

Strands: Theory and Foundation, Skills and Procedures, Impact and Consequences

Overall Expectations: TFV.01X, TFV.03X, SPV.01X, SPS.05X

Specific Expectations: TFS.01X, SPS.02X, SPS.03X, ICV.01X

 

Planning Notes

•   All group members actively participate in the presentation of the model. Teacher should encourage an exciting atmosphere with students being allowed to be dramatic in the presentation.

•   All data supporting the final product must be available for final evaluation.

•   Teachers may allow students to complete a confidential evaluation on group members.

•   All students must complete a reflection on the project that would include personal growth, environmental strategies, what they have learned from others and how they have helped others grow personally during the module.

 

Prior Knowledge Required

•   an understanding of the design process

•   ability to evaluate finished product to design concept standards

 

Teaching/Learning Strategies

Students will

•   demonstrate an understanding of the evaluation method for their final project.

•   present all background material for evaluation and justify all decisions with back-up data.

•   present ideas honestly and with sensitivity to others (tying in Catholic values of respecting the dignity of all group members).

•   complete all peer and self-evaluation forms.

•   complete a project evaluation form.

 

Teachers will

(whole group)

•   review project expectations.

•   encourage students to be creative in their presentations to the class (use various media).

•   ensure full/equal participation by group members.

•   encourage open discussion which shows respect for the opinions of others.

 

Assessment/Evaluation

•   care and accommodation for the environment should be noted in final evaluation

•   use of written word for both evaluation of final product and personal growth are to be evaluated

•   Christian leadership and respect for others to be evaluated

•   creativity and problem solving skills to be evaluated

 

 

Accommodations

•   Provide facilities for presentation by special needs/stronger students so they may work at their full potential.

•   Ensure full participation by providing necessary materials (overheads, computers, etc.).

 

Resources

•   Video camera, radio

•   All evaluation forms

 

Assessment/Evaluation

 

 

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4

Understanding of

concepts

demonstrates limited

understanding of

concepts such as force, energy and momentum

demonstrates some

understanding of

concepts such as force, energy and momentum

demonstrates considerable understanding of

concepts such as force, energy and momentum

demonstrates thorough

and insightful understanding of

concepts such as force, energy and momentum

Thinking skills

uses thinking skills with limited effectiveness in the

design process

uses thinking skills with moderate effectiveness in the design process

uses thinking skills with considerable effectiveness in the design process

uses thinking skills with a high degree of effectiveness in the design process

Communication of

information

communicates ideas and information such as drawings, sketches or daily logs with limited clarity and accuracy

communicates ideas and information such as drawings, sketches or daily logs with moderate clarity and accuracy

communicates ideas and information such as drawings, sketches or daily logs with considerable clarity

communicates ideas and information such as drawings, sketches or daily logs with a high degree of clarity and accuracy

Application of

procedure, equipment

and technology

uses technical equipment correctly and safely only with supervision

uses technical equipment correctly and safely only with some supervision

uses technical equipment correctly and safely

demonstrates and promotes correct and safe use of technical equipment

Making connections

 

makes the connection between force and momentum in the model and real-life vehicles with limited effectiveness

makes the connection between force and momentum in the model and real-life vehicles with moderate effectiveness

makes the connection between force and momentum in the model and real-life vehicles with considerable effectiveness

makes the connection between force and momentum in the model and real-life vehicles with a high degree of effectiveness

 

Assessment/Evaluation of Personal and Christian Development

 

 

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4

Effective communicator

 

CGE2c

demonstrates limited understanding of how to present information and ideas clearly, honestly and with sensitivity

demonstrates some understanding of how to present information and ideas clearly, honestly and with sensitivity

demonstrates considerable understanding of how to present information and ideas clearly, honestly and with sensitivity

demonstrates insightful understanding of how to present information and ideas clearly, honestly and with sensitivity

Reflective and

creative thinker

 

CGE3c

shows limited ability to think reflectively and creatively to evaluate situations and solve problems

shows moderate ability to think reflectively and creatively to evaluate situations and solve problems

shows considerable ability to think reflectively and creatively to evaluate situations and solve problems

shows a thorough and insightful ability to think reflectively and creatively to evaluate situations and solve problems

Collaborative contributor

 

CGE5a

demonstrates limited ability to work effectively as an interdependent team member

demonstrates some ability to work effectively as an interdependent team member

demonstrates considerable ability to work effectively as an interdependent team member

demonstrates a thorough and insightful understanding and ability to work as an interdependent team member

Responsible citizen

 

CGE7i

demonstrates a limited understanding and respect for the environment and uses resources wisely

demonstrates some understanding and respect for the environment and uses resources wisely

demonstrates considerable understanding for the environment and uses resources wisely

demonstrates a thorough and insightful understanding for the environment and uses resources wisely

Self directed, responsible, life-long learner

 

CGE4a

demonstrates a confident and positive sense of self and respect for the dignity and well being of others only with supervision

demonstrates a confident and positive sense of self and respect for the dignity and well being of others with some supervision

demonstrates a confident and positive sense of self and the respect for the dignity and well being of others with limited supervision

demonstrates a confident and positive sense of self and the

respect for the dignity and the well being of others all the time

 

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