For the entire class to share:

• laptop or computer with projector to display videos.
• minga work video #1 (2:01 minutes): The Essence of the Minga
• minga work video #2 (0:37 minutes): Minga work video
• 1 wooden plank 1.905 cm x 30.48 cm x 91.44 cm

Each student needs:

• Pre/Post Quiz (2 copies)
• Pre-/Post Reflection (2 copies)

Each group needs:

• Get the Materials Down the Hill! Worksheet
• laptop or computer to do research.
• access to The art of Minga and why we should be more like Ecuador article

Suggested building materials for each group:

• 1 0.15 cm x 5971 cm twisted jute rope
• 3 cups
• 3 sealable plastic bags (e.g., sandwich bags)
• 3 carabiners
• 1 pulley
• 1 spool
• 1-2 clamps
• 1 scissors
• 1 timer (can be a cell phone)
• dirt, rocks, organic material, or something to be the test load