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Hands-On Approaches to Education during a Pandemic
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Wright, Geoffrey A.; Bartholomew, Scott R. – Technology and Engineering Teacher, 2021
Despite the tragedies connected to the pandemic, tragedy has again presented an opportunity for technology and engineering teachers, students, and courses to shine--where we can demonstrate the value of adaptability and creativity in hands-on learning and technical content. Further, the COVID-19 pandemic coincided with the recently released…
Descriptors: Experiential Learning, Pandemics, COVID-19, STEM Education
Solving Concurrent and Nonconcurrent Coplanar Force Systems: Balancing Theory and Practice in the T&EE Classroom
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Hughes, Andrew J.; Merrill, Chris – Technology and Engineering Teacher, 2020
The basic concepts inherent to statics, including unbalanced and balanced forces and instability and stability of physical systems, have traditionally been covered in middle and high school physical science courses (Physical Science as indicated in "Next Generation Science Standards"). Yet, these concepts are covered using a physical…
Descriptors: Technology Education, Engineering Education, Transfer of Training, Theory Practice Relationship
Teaching Engineering Design Through Paper Rockets
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Welling, Jonathan; Wright, Geoffrey A. – Technology and Engineering Teacher, 2018
The paper rocket activity described in this article effectively teaches the engineering design process (EDP) by engaging students in a problem-based learning activity that encourages iterative design. For example, the first rockets the students build typically only fly between 30 and 100 feet. As students test and evaluate their rocket designs,…
Descriptors: Engineering Education, Teaching Methods, Learning Activities, Design
Fostering Computational Thinking in Technology and Engineering Education: An Unplugged Hands-On Engineering Design Approach
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Sung, Euisuk – Technology and Engineering Teacher, 2019
Computational thinking has been popularized in the last decade, particularly with the emphasis on coding education in K-12 schools. The core idea of computational thinking has a close relationship with technology and engineering education (TEE). TEE has emphasized the use of computing skills to solve problems, and integrative STEM education…
Descriptors: Skill Development, Computation, STEM Education, Engineering
Learn Better by Doing Study--Third-Year Results
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Moye, Johnny; Dugger, William E., Jr.; Starkweather, Kendall N. – Technology and Engineering Teacher, 2016
The purpose of the "Learn Better by Doing" study is to determine the extent to which U.S. public school students are doing hands-on activities in their classrooms. The study asks elementary and secondary (middle and high school) science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) teachers to respond to 13 statements concerning…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Experiential Learning, Public Schools, Hands on Science
Preparing for Success through Apprenticeship
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Christman, Scott – Technology and Engineering Teacher, 2012
The fact that many companies outsource jobs and contracts for manufactured products can be attributed to the shortage of technically trained and skilled workers in America's workforce. Today, business and industry, educators, parents, and students are significantly interested in STEM education and technological literacy. With the majority of…
Descriptors: Apprenticeships, Educational History, Intellectual History, Models