MOD-M2 | Science & Engineering Practices
Grades 6-8
Develop or modify a model– based on evidence–to match what happens if a variable or component of a system is changed.
NGSS | Science & Engineering Practices
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Community Immunity: A simulation-based exploration of vaccination choices
Using simulations and role play, students explore how knowledge, social influences, access, and policy all influence whether individuals vaccinate. They then see how vaccination rates of a community determine whether an outbreak turns into an epidemic or gets stopped in its tracks.
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Lesson 1
In Lesson 1, students modify the computer simulation model based on evidence provided to them. They investigate what happens if different variables are changed.
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Colourful Solutions: Chemical Engineering Dyes to Brighten Lives
Students will learn to think like chemical engineers as they delve into the dye technologies that allow us to express ourselves through colourful clothing. They will read and discuss complex texts, analyse concept maps and graphs, and develop an appreciation for indigenous (Māori) dye technology.
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Lesson 3
In Part 3, students will explore and interpret a graph of how unit price changes with how many units are produced. They also consider the implications for society, sustainability, and consumer benefits of choosing a particular technology to dye products.
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