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Arizona STEM

Acceleration Project

Apple of My Eye Communication - Part 4

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Apple of My Eye

Communication - Part 4

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A HS Physics STEM Lesson

S.H.

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2023

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Notes for Teachers

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  • Context: This lesson takes place in a classroom for 60 minutes.
  • Students should work in small groups (optimal sizes 3 - 4 students).
  • A general understanding of speaking in public and communicating information is imperative for student success.
  • A general understanding of lenses and their corresponding vocabulary is imperative for student success.
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List of Materials:

  • Varying lenses

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  • Lasers (individual laser pens w/ stands may also be used)

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  • Small Group Presentation Platform
    • Whiteboards w/ markers
    • Google Slides & Projector
    • Poster board w/ markers

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  • General Lab Supplies
    • Rulers, Protractors, Pencils, etc.

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  • 3-2-1 Reflection

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Arizona Science Standards

Science Standards

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HS.P4U1.10: Construct an explanation about the relationships among the frequency, wavelength, and speed of waves traveling in various media, and their applications to modern technology.

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Science and Engineering Practices

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  • Developing & using models
  • Constructing explanations
  • Designing solutions
  • Engaging in argument from evidence
  • Communicating information

Arizona Ed Tech Standards

9-12.6.a Students choose the appropriate platforms and tools for meeting the desired objectives of their creation or communication.

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9-12.6.c Students communicate complex ideas clearly using various digital tools to convey the concepts textually, visually, graphically, etc..

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9-12.6.d Students publish or present content that customizes the message and medium for their intended audiences.

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9-12.7.b Students use collaborative technologies to work with others, including peers, experts and or community members, to examine issues and problems from multiple viewpoints.

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9-12.7.c Students contribute constructively to project teams, choosing various roles and responsibilities to work effectively toward a common goal.

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I can communicate my new vision technology to my peers.

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I can explain the benefits and weaknesses of my new vision technology to my peers, with an emphasis on the engineering design process.

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I can communicate how my new vision technology impacts the surrounding community.

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  • Presentation Polishing

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  • Communication Colloquium

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  • 3-2-1, Let’s Go!

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Presentation Polishing

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Let’s Get Ready to Present!

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Communication Colloquium

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Let’s Share!

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3-2-1, Let’s Go!

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Let’s Reflect!

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Differentiation Notes

  • If your class is reluctant to share verbally, start each presentation by posing a question.
  • Offer accommodations for students, as necessary.

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Remediation

Extension/Enrichment

  • Students can share about several different prototypes if time allows.
  • Students can share their research about similar forms of their new vision technology.
  • Students can share the math associated with their new vision technology.
  • Invite community members to attend the presentations.

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