The Importance of Being Explicit when Incorporating Engineering into Science
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This in-progress report describes initial findings regarding an experiment to test the effectiveness of curriculum modules that engage students in engineering design practices in the context of high school biology and chemistry courses. Based on pilot studies, the instructional materials have been revised to increase the visibility of engineering design concepts, strengthen the connection between the science concepts and the engineering activities, and emphasize engineering design to a great extent in the professional development of the teachers prior to full field trials of the curriculum models. The final phase of the project is currently underway and results will be reported by the end of 2012.
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