MS-ETS1-4 - Performance Expectation
Develop a model to generate data for iterative testing and modification of a proposed object, tool, or process such that an optimal design can be achieved.
Middle School · Next Generation Science Standards · NGSS Lead States 2013
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modeldataiterative testingmodificationproposed objecttoolprocessoptimal design
Skills
- develop (a model to generate data) #dok3
- test (a proposed object, tool, or process through iterative cycles) #dok3
- modify (a proposed object, tool, or process based on testing data) #dok3
- evaluate (the effectiveness of modifications in achieving an optimal design) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can describe what an optimal design is and the purpose of iterative testing. #dok1
- I can identify tools and processes that can be modeled for testing and modification. #dok1
- I can explain how data is generated from testing a model. #dok2
- I can interpret results from iterative testing to suggest modifications. #dok2
- I can develop a model to generate test data for an object, tool, or process. #dok3
- I can use data to modify a proposed design for improvement. #dok3
- I can evaluate the effectiveness of modifications in reaching an optimal design. #dok3
Big Ideas
- The process of designing objects, tools, or processes involves iterative testing and modifications to reach optimal solutions.
- Developing and using models allows designers to generate data and make informed decisions for improving designs.
Essential Questions
- What is meant by iterative testing and how does it help improve a design?
- How can developing and using models help in designing better objects, tools, or processes?
- What types of data can be generated and used from testing a model?
- How do modifications based on test data lead to optimal designs?
- Why is it important to repeat testing and modification cycles in the engineering design process?