145. How to Create an Engineering Lesson

Show Summary:Are you needing to plan an engineering lesson for your K-12 classroom? In this episode of the STEM Space, Natasha and Claire unpack their approach to developing a Stage 2 lesson that centers around the engineering design process. They discuss how to be intentional with science concepts, including the difference between engineering sciences and natural sciences, how to support engineering practices, and ways to integrate real world connections.Links from the Show:Related The STEM Space Podcast Episodes105. Explaining the 3 Stages of STEM120. Prioritizing Prototypes & Assessing STEM92. Unpacking the NGSS ft. Molly Seward (K-4 Science Coach)25. Teaching Fads: Should You Have A Makerspace?Vivify STEM Blog PostsScientific Method vs. Engineering Design Process: Which is used in STEM learning?Understanding a Framework for P-12 Engineering LearningHow to Teach STEM Through A StoryHow to Teach Growth Mindset and Failing ForwardVivify STEM LessonsProsthetic Leg STEM ChallengeEarthquake STEM ChallengeSpace Lander STEM Challenge: K-5 or 6-8Bridge STEM ChallengeOther STEM ResourcesPopular Mechanics: Nugget Ice Has a Cult-Like Following. Its Engineering Can Explain WhyBring Space Club to your school!NGSS Standard HS-LS2-7 Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and DynamicsBecome a member of The STEM Space!THE STEM SPACE SHOWNOTESTHE STEM SPACE FACEBOOK GROUPVIVIFY INSTAGRAMVIVIFY FACEBOOKVIVIFY TWITTERVIVIFY TIKTOK