Students will design a detailed diagram illustrating the chemical reactions involved in fermentation, highlighting...
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Learning Journey
Ask
Ask
HS-PS1-6
Identifying allies
Public policy
Economic forces
Resource competition
Students will collaboratively explore and define the challenges of creating a sustainable and marketable fermented food product by investigating consumer preferences, health standards, and the chemical processes of fermentation during guided discussions and brainstorming sessions.
Days 1 - 2
Deliverables
Imagine
Imagine
HS-PS1-6
Influencing government
Social equity
Cultural difference
Social groupings
Students will brainstorm innovative fermented food products by exploring different flavor combinations and health benefits, leveraging insights from the 'Flavor Innovation Day' to propose creative solutions that align with consumer preferences and health standards.
Days 3 - 5
Deliverables
Plan
Plan
HS-PS1-6
Economic equity
Economic behavior
Resource competition
Students will collaboratively select a fermented food product solution, create a detailed production plan that incorporates health standards and consumer preferences, and prepare for the subsequent creation phase by setting specific goals and timelines.
Days 6 - 7
Deliverables
Create
Create
HS-PS1-6
Economic behavior
Resource competition
Cultural difference
Students will develop and construct prototypes of their fermented food products, experimenting with different ingredient combinations and fermentation techniques to refine flavor, texture, and nutritional profile in preparation for testing and feedback.
Days 8 - 11
Deliverables
Test
Test
HS-PS1-6
Social equity
Economic behavior
Economic forces
Students will conduct experiments to test the fermentation process of their food product, analyzing variables like temperature and pH to ensure product safety and quality, while gathering data to validate and refine their production methods.
Days 12 - 14
Deliverables
Improve
Improve
HS-PS1-6
Economic equity
Economic behavior
Economic forces
Social groupings
Students will analyze peer and expert feedback to refine their fermented food product production plans, making strategic adjustments to enhance flavor, health benefits, and sustainability before final presentations.
Days 15 - 16
Deliverables
Share
Share
HS-PS1-6
Identifying allies
Cultural difference
Social groupings
Students will present their fermented food products and digital presentations at the 'Culinary Chemistry Showcase,' engaging with community partners and peers for feedback, and reflecting on their scientific and socio-emotional growth throughout the project.
Days 17 - 18