LessonGrades 6 - 8
Problem Solving
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Students are introduced to a systematic procedure for solving problems through a demonstration and then the application of the method to an everyday activity. The unit project is introduced to provide relevance to subsequent lessons.
Scientists, engineers and ordinary people use problem solving each day to work out solutions to various problems. Using a systematic and iterative procedure to solve a problem is efficient and provides a logical flow of knowledge and progress.
- Students demonstrate an understanding of the Technological Method of Problem Solving.
- Students are able to apply the Technological Method of Problem Solving to a real-life problem.