Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects (2009)

Chapter: 5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12

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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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Suggested Citation: "5 Teaching and Learning Core Engineering Concepts and Skills in Grades K–12." National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council. 2009. Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12635.
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