Original PromptCreate a lesson plan with a Do Now, Launch, 30 minutes of independent practice, and a summary from standard 6.ETS1.2
This learning resource guides students through the design, construction, and testing of a device that either minimizes or maximizes thermal energy transfer. It begins with the essential concepts of thermal energy, including the three methods of heat transfer: conduction, convection, and radiation. Students are tasked with addressing a real-world problem by creating a device, such as a thermos or cooler, aimed at controlling heat flow. They will engage in planning their design, testing its effectiveness, and reflecting on the results, employing a structured framework for communication and peer feedback through a Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning approach. By the end, students evaluate their designs based on materials used, functionality, and creative application of thermal energy principles in practical scenarios.