View Slides: 1.4.4. BID Ideation
- You are trying to design and make a robot that must traverse rough terrain, so it can’t have wheels.
- Brainstorm at least three organisms that traverse rough terrain. Choose one organism, describe the type of terrain it traverses, and sketch the structure that allows it to traverse this terrain.
Class Discussion: on what students brainstormed.
Yesterday, we explored the science behind our problem (thermal regulation) by conducting an experiment using a jar filled with ice and a temperature sensor to record data. Today we will analyze that data and compare it to the “control” jar. Engineers engage in collecting and analyzing data to aid them in making decisions on their projects. In this thermal regulation experiment, we collected data about different materials. We will use this data to understand which material is better at thermal regulation.
Teacher Note: Prior to the lesson, the Teacher will share the individual .csv data files with each student team using the teacher’s LMS. The teacher will pull up the PPT below to guide students in analyzing the data.
View Slides: 1.4.4. Thermal Regulation Experiment Part 2: Analyze Data Slides
In slides: Steps for analyzing sensor data using either Excel OR Google Slides. The procedure is the same for both methods:
- Download the Excel file
- Prepare A Scatter Chart
- Review Your Graph
- Narrow Your Data
- Change the Format
- Make Observations based on the data
Data Visualization
You will now work in your groups to use the 1.4.4. Thermal Regulation Part 2 Analyze Data handout to analyze your results from the experiment.
Post your data on Padlet
You will now share your data from the experiment on Padlet with your classmates.
- Teacher Note: Sample Padlet Link. Make a copy and share the new link with students.
- Click on the link to the Padlet to document how their material performed as a thermal insulator compared to the Control Jar.
- Each group will posts their graph, students will compare each result to observe how different materials affect thermal insulation.
EDPL
Update Research Notes as needed with information learned in the thermal regulation experiment.