Sound Vibrations Using the Engineering Design Process

This lesson uses the engineering design process to guide students through the exploration of sound energy and pitch. The design challenge is to produce a low-pitch tone by using different containers and liquids. Students must also create a budget to purchase supplies.

Resource ID#: 151260 Type: Lesson Plan

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General Information

Subject(s): Mathematics, English Language Arts, Science

Grade Level(s): 4

Intended Audience: Educators

Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, LCD Projector

Instructional Time: 3 Hour(s)

Keywords: Sound Energy, Engineering Design Challenge, Pitch, Sound, Idiophone, Aerophone, Organology

Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan, Problem-Solving Task

Instructional Design Framework(s): Cooperative Learning

Resource Collection: Lake/Sumter MSP K-5

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Type: Video/Audio/Animation