Students gain an understanding of the factors that affect wind turbine operation. …
Students gain an understanding of the factors that affect wind turbine operation. Following the steps of the engineering design process, engineering teams use simple materials (cardboard and wooden dowels) to build and test their own turbine blade prototypes with the objective of maximizing electrical power output for a hypothetical situation—helping scientists power their electrical devices while doing research on a remote island. Teams explore how blade size, shape, weight and rotation interact to achieve maximal performance, and relate the power generated to energy consumed on a scale that is relevant to them in daily life. A PowerPoint® presentation, worksheet and post-activity test are provided.
Following the steps of the iterative engineering design process, student teams use …
Following the steps of the iterative engineering design process, student teams use what they learned in the previous lessons and activity in this unit to research and choose materials for their model heart valves and test those materials to compare their properties to known properties of real heart valve tissues. Once testing is complete, they choose final materials and design and construct prototype valve models, then test them and evaluate their data. Based on their evaluations, students consider how they might redesign their models for improvement and then change some aspect of their models and retest aiming to design optimal heart valve models as solutions to the unit's overarching design challenge. They conclude by presenting for client review, in both verbal and written portfolio/report formats, summaries and descriptions of their final products with supporting data.
In this video (2:50) Donkey Hodie and her pal, Purple Panda, had …
In this video (2:50) Donkey Hodie and her pal, Purple Panda, had fun plans for their time at Camp Buddy Buddy. Then the wind came and interrupted their plans! The pals decide they can change the plan. Two students activities are provided.
In this video (2:48), while playing Camp Buddy Buddy, Donkey Hodie and …
In this video (2:48), while playing Camp Buddy Buddy, Donkey Hodie and her pal, Purple Panda, learn that sometimes their original plans need to change. Working together, they find new, unexpected ways to have fun! This discussion and visual activity will foster resilience and build skills for adapting to changes. Work together to plan out your classroom routine and then have fun rearranging it! Lesson plan is provided.
Bridgette's formula for success is using her love of chemistry to develop …
Bridgette's formula for success is using her love of chemistry to develop groundbreaking products at work and create natural remedies for her family at home. This video is part of the series SciGirls Profiles: Women in STEM, which includes 12 role model videos of women who are passionate about their STEM work, hobbies, families and making the world a better place. These videos introduce students to women working in traditionally male STEM occupations, and inspire them around career exploration in fields like technology, engineering, manufacturing and trades. Each video provides explicit strategies for overcoming barriers and finding success and joy in jobs where women are heavily underrepresented. Support materials are provided. [4:28]
The DriveOhio Ambassador Program aims to inspire and educate Ohio high school …
The DriveOhio Ambassador Program aims to inspire and educate Ohio high school students about career opportunities in the transportation industry. The program offers students access to online resources, hands-on activities, and real-world experiences to help them develop the skills and knowledge needed to pursue a career in a STEM-related field. Other benefits include earning volunteer or work-based learning hours aligned with the Ohio Means Jobs Readiness Seal, opportunities to earn industry recognized credentials, career networking with Ohio employers, universities, and researchers, and mentoring experience.
The DriveOhio Ambassador Program information sheet provides an overview of the program …
The DriveOhio Ambassador Program information sheet provides an overview of the program and its benefits. The program offers students access to online resources, hands-on activities, and real-world experiences to help them develop the skills and knowledge needed to pursue a career in a STEM-related field. Other benefits include earning volunteer or work-based learning hours aligned with the Ohio Means Jobs Readiness Seal and opportunities to earn industry recognized credentials. There will also be opportunities for career networking with Ohio employers, universities, and researchers, and mentoring experience.
A vertiport is a new type of facility for vertical takeoff and …
A vertiport is a new type of facility for vertical takeoff and landing of various Advanced Air Mobility vehicles, such as drones and electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. You could informally call these “drone airports”. Vertiports will be used for medium and short distance services, including healthcare supply delivery.
Through this hands-on curriculum, students will learn about vertiports, drones, and “advanced air mobility”; brainstorm ideas on how to design a vertiport; identify ways to make a functional, sustainable, and safe design; and build a model of a vertiport from cardboard and loose parts.
In this activity, students will create block code using the DroneBlocks app …
In this activity, students will create block code using the DroneBlocks app and will test their code after going through a pre-flight safety check. Students will experiment, test, and modify their code to achieve their desired goals, ultimately drawing connections to smart mobility technology.
Ozobot is an interactive robot designed to help students learn coding and …
Ozobot is an interactive robot designed to help students learn coding and computer science concepts. In this activity, students will create coding maps using markers, and will test their code using Ozobot robots. Students will experiment, test, and modify their code to achieve their desired goals, ultimately drawing connections to autonomous vehicles and other smart mobility technology.
The Future Dream Vehicle activity challenges students to design and build their …
The Future Dream Vehicle activity challenges students to design and build their own model vehicle using everyday materials. Through this activity, students learn about the design process, as well as the different components and technologies that go into creating a modern vehicle.
The Rubber Band Helicopter is a hands-on STEM activity where students build …
The Rubber Band Helicopter is a hands-on STEM activity where students build a simple helicopter out of rubber bands, popsicle sticks, and paper, and then test it out to see how it flies.
The “Smart City Adventure” K-12 design challenge tasks students of all grade …
The “Smart City Adventure” K-12 design challenge tasks students of all grade levels with reimagining their city to embrace new and futuristic mobility technology advancements to improve the movement of people and goods, on the ground and in the air. Improvements can be made in areas such as transportation, safety, accessibility, efficiency, sustainability and more.
Curriculum can be scaled to accommodate a variety of grade bands and learning objectives. For example, educators might choose a single topic area for K–2 or 3–5 students (such as Electric Vehicle Charging Stations), whereas a variety of topics with detailed features could be introduced for 6–8 or 9–12 students. Feel free to contact the DriveOhio workforce team for more ideas!
The Straw Rocket activity is a fun and interactive way for students …
The Straw Rocket activity is a fun and interactive way for students to learn about the principles of rocket propulsion. Using simple materials like straws, paper, and tape, students design and build their own rockets and test them out to see how far they can fly.
The DriveOhio Educator Toolkit is a collection of free resources and information …
The DriveOhio Educator Toolkit is a collection of free resources and information created by DriveOhio for educators to use to incorporate advanced mobility topics into STEM education and career opportunities. Designed for K-12 and Career Technical Educators, the toolkit includes curriculum and materials; grants and funding; career connections; and professional development resources to interest and engage students in advanced mobility and STEM education through hands-on learning experiences. The curriculum contains lesson plans aligned by grade band and core competency, video demonstrations, and a variety of career opportunities, webinars, and connections. Example topics include electric vehicles, drones, self-driving vehicles, and more.
DriveOhio has compiled multiple resources related to transportation career choices and connections …
DriveOhio has compiled multiple resources related to transportation career choices and connections for students that teachers, advisors, or other interested parties can leverage to learn more about the growing field of mobility careers. DriveOhio offers a free webinar series featuring interviews with industry leaders in related mobility fields and allowing for live Q&A sessions with attendees. This content also connects to the Ohio Career Connections Framework, which is a planning tool for Ohio school districts allowing students to develop a vision and strategic career plan. This framework connects affiliated college and career readiness programming allowing students to graduate into high-quality, in-demand occupations.
To support educators in offering immersive, K-12 “hands on” learning, DriveOhio has …
To support educators in offering immersive, K-12 “hands on” learning, DriveOhio has curated free curriculum organized by educational topic and grade bands. The curriculum activities are scalable, flexible, and modular. Each curriculum topic contains a list of necessary resources and a detailed lesson plan to walk educators through step-by-step. DriveOhio offers a variety of curriculum for topics including: Electric Vehicles and Charging Stations; Automated Vehicles and Delivery Robots; Drones, Advanced Air Mobility, and Vertiports; Connected Vehicles and Intersections; and Smart City Planning. DriveOhio has also compiled extra resources related to the curriculum for both teachers and students to learn more.
The DriveOhio Educator Toolkit Document provides an overview of the program and …
The DriveOhio Educator Toolkit Document provides an overview of the program and its benefits. The DriveOhio Educator Toolkit is a collection of free resources and information created by DriveOhio for educators to use to incorporate advanced mobility topics into STEM education and career opportunities. Designed for K-12 and Career Technical Educators, the toolkit includes curriculum and materials; grants and funding; career connections; and professional development resources to interest and engage students in advanced mobility and STEM education through hands-on learning experiences. The curriculum contains lesson plans aligned by grade band and core competency, video demonstrations, and a variety of career opportunities, webinars, and connections. Example topics include electric vehicles, drones, self-driving vehicles, and more.
At DriveOhio, we understand classrooms may not have some items listed in …
At DriveOhio, we understand classrooms may not have some items listed in our curriculum overviews. So, we’ve made it easier for educators to find, apply and receive funding for technology, software and other materials that will make our programs even more successful for Ohio’s students. DriveOhio has grant funding available for certain classrooms meeting the funding eligiility and also provides access to a running list of other available grants through a free website.
DriveOhio has developed a fee-free online course for educators and program leaders …
DriveOhio has developed a fee-free online course for educators and program leaders interested in learning more about the DriveOhio Ambassador program. The course assists in launching an ambassador program in any Ohio School District or afterschool program, including ways to recruit student ambassadors, deploy DriveOhio curriculum, investigate emerging career pathways, and create student networking opportunities. The e-learning course is available online and provides 2 CEU hours.
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