Using engineering design process to construct a bridge with given size limitations
Science Domains: Engineering, Technology & Applications of Science, Physical Science
NGSS Standards: MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3, MS-ETS1-4, MS-PS2-2
Designing wind turbines for maximum power output
Science Domains: Physical Science
NGSS Standards: MS-PS3-1, MS-PS3-5
Designing a greenhouse and building a hydroponic solution to address global hunger
Science Domains: Life Science, Physical Science
NGSS Standards: MS-LS1-6, MS-LS2-3, MS-PS3-3
Using Wood Ducks to study habitat management and wildlife interaction
Science Domains: Life Science
NGSS Standards: MS-LS1-5, MS-LS2-1, MS-LS2-4, MS-LS4-6
Designing a sustainable energy house for a specific biome.
Science Domains: Life Science, Physical Science
NGSS Standards: MS-LS2-2, MS-LS2-5, MS-PS3-3, MS-PS4-2
Using temperature, light, and g-force data from data loggers to develop a model representing how light, depth, substrate and stream depth impact microhabitats.
Science Domains: Life Science
NGSS Standards: MS-LS1-4, MS-LS1-5, MS-LS2-2, MS-LS2-5
Coding Ozobots and using stream tables to learn about the rock cycle and erosion.
Science Domains: Earth & Space Sciences
NGSS Standards: MS-ESS2-1, MS-ESS2-4, MS-ESS3-1
Using Edison Robotics technology to program robots using text and icon-based code.
Science Domains: Engineering, Technology & Applications of Science
NGSS Standards: MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3, MS-ETS1-4
3D printing for prosthetics, medical assistive devices and other engineered solutions to solve real-world challenges.
Science Domains: Engineering, Technology & Applications of Science, Physical Science
NGSS Standards: MS-ETS1-1, MS-LS1-3, MS-PS2-3
Development of an engineering unit to study wind and solar power as effective alternative sources of energy.
Science Domains: Engineering, Technology & Applications of Science, Physical Science
NGSS Standards: MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3, MS-ETS1-4, MS-PS3-5, MS-PS4-2
Demonstrate mastery of various coding programs through creating “steps” for a robot to dance.
Science Domains: Engineering, Technology & Applications of Science
NGSS Standards: MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3, MS-ETS1-4
Using Vex Robotics to build and code an Ozobot.
Science Domains: Engineering, Technology & Applications of Science
NGSS Standards: MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3, MS-ETS1-4
Explore the role of bees in our ecosystem and learn how to combat honeybee decline
Science Domains: Earth & Space Sciences, Life Science
NGSS Standards: MS-LS1-4, MS-LS1-5, MS-LS2-1
Designing and building a mid-powered rocket to safely launch a marshmallow astronaut in a space suit designed to ensure his survival.
Science Domains: Engineering, Technology & Applications of Science, Physical Science
NGSS Standards: MS-ETS1-4, MS-PS3-1
Measuring the impact of agricultural fertilizers on a local watershed.
Science Domains: Earth & Space Sciences, Life Science
NGSS Standards: MS-ESS3-3, MS-ESS3-4, MS-LS1-5
Focused on structures in plants and sub-systems and sub-structures, this project takes place over months (rather than minutes or hours) and requires very minimal equipment.
Science Domains: Life Science
NGSS Standards: MS-LS1-2
Construct, use, and present arguments to support the claim that when the kinetic energy of an object changes energy is being transformed to or from that object. Students will also apply scientific principles to construct and test a device that either minimizes or maximizes thermal energy.
Science Domains: Earth & Space Sciences
NGSS Standards: MS-PS2-33, MS-PS3-5
Analyzing and interpreting data and arguing from evidence…using toothpaste.
Science Domains: Engineering, Technology & Applications of Science
NGSS Standards: MS-ETS1-3
The resources and tools necessary for teaching observation and measurement are not always available. Teach your students to build a microscope they can take into the field.
Collect data with magnets. This project encourages students to ask questions about data to determine the factors that impact electric and magnetic forces.
Science Domains: Physical Science
NGSS Standards: MS-PS2-3, MS-PS2-5
Students plan an investigation to provide evidence that the change in an object’s motion depends upon the forces acting on the object. They will also define criteria and constraints, make a systematic evaluation of different solutions, analyze data, and perform iterative testing – all in one video.
Science Domains: Earth & Space Sciences, Physical Science
NGSS Standards: MS-ETS1-4, MS-PS2-2
Enhance STEM teaching and learning with classroom-ready activities and hands-on science experiments
Engage students in authentic STEM experiences through participation in accessible programs and competitions
Develop new skills, stay current, and network with other STEM educators through award and professional development opportunities