Building+A+Model

Building a Model Classroom Introduction While English measure is still the standard measure in American commerce, industry and education, metric measure is used by the rest of the world. Therefore, students should be able to convert English measure to metric measure and vice versa in order to be on a common footing with students all over the world. In this exercise, students will create a model of their classroom, using English-to-metric conversions.

Task Students will take initial measurements using English measure, convert the measurements to metric, devise a building plan, collect materials and construct a model of the classroom.

Process § Cardboard § Popsicle sticks (I have plenty of these for your use) § Heavy paper § Glue § Markers § Styrofoam § Tape § Lego pieces
 * 1) You and your team will measure the walls, doors and ceilings of our classroom using feet and inches.
 * 2) Convert all measurements into meters and centimeters.
 * 3) Using graph paper and working to (metric) scale, create a blueprint of the classroom.
 * 4) Brainstorm in your group how you will construct a model of the classroom that is built to scale.
 * 5) Once you have determined the kinds of materials you will need, make sure everyone in the group is responsible for bringing some of the materials. Below are some suggested materials:
 * 1) Work in your group to complete your model. Part of your grade will be determined by your ability to work with your group without dominating the project and making sure everyone does an equal amount of work.
 * 2) I will be your consultant only. You must come up with a construction plan, a materials list, a timeline for completion, and a “blueprint” of your model. These must be handed in with your completed model. A rubric will be given to you at the beginning of the project.

Good luck with your project!

Extra Credit: Measure desks, tables and light posts; build them to scale and place them in their usual configuration in your model classroom. (Points 1-10, depending on accuracy, complexity and number of add-ons).

Evaluation View the [|rubric] for this project. This is a 100-point grade.

Standards GLE 0807.Inq.5 Communicate scientific understanding using descriptions, explanations, and models.. GLE 0807.T/E.2 Know that the engineering design process involves an ongoing series of events that incorporate design constraints, model building, testing, evaluating, modifying, and retesting ||
 * Meets** **Tennessee State** **Standards and Performance Indicators:**
 * SPI 0807.Inq.2 Select tools and procedures needed to conduct a moderately complex experiment. ||
 * SPI 0807.Inq.3 Interpret and translate data into a table, graph, or diagram. ||
 * SPI 0807.T/E.1 Identify the tools and procedures needed to test the design features of a prototype