Deliverable
Go-Kart Concepts Brainstorm
Content Expertise
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Collaboration
Effective Communication
Self Directed Learning
Reflection
Core Content
Community Partners
Essential Question
Submission Required
In small groups, brainstorm multiple go-kart engine concepts for a salvaged motor, drawing on mechanical research, peer dialogue, and feedback from a local car shop partner. Produce a concise brainstorm log (quantity over quality), 1–2 quick concept sketches or storyboards per idea, a Feasibility/Impact matrix comparing concepts on safety, repairability, cost, and performance, and your team’s Top 3 concepts with rationale.
Plan day
Day 5
Duration
90 min
Grouping
Small Group
Steps
8 steps
Lesson plan
8 steps · 90 min| # | What teachers do |
|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction and Explanation of the Task (10 min) |
| 2 | Review Salvaged Motor Details and Essential Question (25 min) |
| 3 | Research and Initial Individual Brainstorm (20 min) |
| 4 | Group Collaboration to Share Ideas (20 min) |
| 5 | Concept Sketching and Storyboarding in Groups (30 min) |
| 6 | Create Feasibility/Impact Matrix (20 min) |
| 7 | Group Selection of Top 3 Concepts and Rationale (20 min) |
| 8 | Reflection and Journaling (10 min) |
Preparation (3 items)
- Arrange seating into collaborative groups and ensure access to drawing materials and computers/tablets for research.
- Prepare printouts or a digital presentation on the salvaged motor and necessary specifications.
- Coordinate with the local car shop owner to be available for feedback sessions or Q&A if possible.
Student-facing instructions
You will begin by understanding the task and reviewing details of your salvaged motor. Your task is to brainstorm multiple go-kart engine concepts, focusing on transforming the salvaged motor into a functional, safe, and efficient go-kart engine. Work individually to jot down initial ideas, then share and discuss these with your group. Together, create quick concept sketches and a feasibility/impact matrix comparing the ideas. Finally, select your group's top 3 concepts and explain the rationale behind each choice. Conclude by reflecting on your learning in a journal.