8th Grade Technology Class

GLENWOOD TECHNOLOGY SCOPE AND SEQUENCE

1. Basic programming of a game using the Scratch app

   • Code is contained in the programming blocks

   • Students use cause and effect skills to sequence programming steps

   • String steps together to create a game

   • Students learn from failure. When their code string doesn’t work, they must figure out other ways to get a successful outcome.

2. Digital Footprint Unit

   • Students learn how their interactions online, texting, cell phone and web activities leave a trace

   • Students analyze what can be traced, what is done with the data collected, who sees and uses the data, and how to create a positive digital footprint for all to see.

   • Students use learned information to create an informational animated presentation using the app Powtoon.

3. 3D Design and Basic CAD Design

   • Use the app Tinkercad to learn the basics of CAD drawing and design

   • Learn the tools and techniques to create 3 dimensional objects

   • Analyze the engineering process

   • Students create 3D structure (buildings) and attachable nameplates

   • A focus of the unit is students designing objects and products that are useful in their everyday life. Examples have included phone stands, ring holders, grocery bag holders, pencil holders, headphone holders, etc.

4. Wooden Dragster Design (compressed air)

   • Discuss aerodynamics, drag, wheelbase, force, friction, etc.

   • Students design the car’s shape and wheelbase

   • I rough cut it and they sand, fine tune, and build it

   • A racing tournament concludes the unit

Dragster Design

Scroll through to see some of the dragsters created by 8th grade technology class members.

3D Printing

Scroll through to see some of the 3D products created by 8th grade technology class members.