Go Kart Creation: Build, Clean, Diagnose!

Category	Learning Goal	Stage 1	Stage 2	Stage 3	Stage 4
Deeper Learning Competencies	Content Expertise	I can identify and explain the basic parts and tools needed for automotive work by observing and assisting at the car shop visit I can document my initial insights and any questions I have in my reflection journal clearly and thoroughly.	I can identify and describe basic parts of a car engine and use simple tools to assist in automotive work at the car shop I reflect on this experience by writing my initial thoughts and questions in my journal, showcasing my growing understanding of engine mechanics.	I can successfully diagnose and repair the salvaged motor by consistently applying my understanding of mechanical systems, demonstrating a clear progression through my reflection journal, and explaining my problem-solving strategies during my go-kart assembly presentation.	I can expertly transform a salvaged motor into a fully functional go-kart engine, demonstrating a deep understanding of mechanical systems I continuously document my process in a detailed reflection journal, showcasing my ability to diagnose and solve mechanical problems My presentation at the 'Go Kart Expo' effectively communicates my journey, highlights my mechanical insights, and engages attendees, reflecting my mastery of content expertise in automotive mechanics.
Deeper Learning Competencies	Critical Thinking & Problem Solving	I can identify basic mechanical parts and tools after observing and assisting at a car shop, and I can describe initial thoughts and questions about engine mechanics and go-kart assembly in my reflection journal This demonstrates my beginning understanding of mechanical systems and my curiosity in solving complex problems.	I can explore different approaches when faced with a mechanical issue during the go-kart project by seeking input from my peers and the car shop owner I use my reflection journal to document the methods I've tried, evaluate their effectiveness, and identify areas for improvement, showing my ability to tackle complex problems by revisiting and revising my strategies based on real-life challenges and feedback.	I can effectively diagnose and troubleshoot issues in the go-kart engine, identifying areas that need repair by using my observations from the car shop visit I employ various innovative approaches and collaborate with peers to devise practical solutions to mechanical challenges, documenting my thought process and problem-solving strategies in my reflection journal.	I can expertly diagnose and repair the salvaged motor, creatively solving complex issues with insightful approaches I document and reflect on my process in detail, demonstrating my ability to address mechanical challenges effectively and learn from each step of the journey.
Deeper Learning Competencies	Collaboration	I can actively participate in planning and building the go-kart with my classmates by sharing ideas, listening to others, and helping solve problems together I work with the car shop owner to learn new skills and ask questions, making sure everyone has a chance to contribute to the group's success.	I collaborate with my peers during the go-kart project by sharing ideas and dividing tasks, contributing to co-designing the go-kart, and working with the car shop owner to ensure everyone’s input is considered and we achieve our common goal.	I can effectively work with my peers to design and assemble our go-kart project, contributing my ideas and listening to others' perspectives I regularly participate in group decision-making and help resolve any disagreements by finding common ground I actively support my teammates and share leadership tasks, ensuring everyone feels included and valued in the project process.	I can co-design the go-kart with my peers by actively engaging in shared decision-making, embracing leadership roles, and effectively resolving conflicts, which allows us to create a functional and safe go-kart together.
Deeper Learning Competencies	Effective Communication	I can clearly share the progress I've made on my go-kart project, addressing both the challenges I've faced and the solutions I've discovered I engage thoughtfully with others during my live demonstration, asking questions and listening carefully to feedback to improve my work.	I can clearly present my go-kart project and demonstrate its function at the 'Go Kart Expo', sharing the repair insights and lessons I've learned I make an effort to communicate the process by actively listening and responding to feedback from attendees, which helps me improve my presentation skills.	I can confidently present my project's journey, sharing detailed insights about diagnosing and assembling the go-kart engine I effectively engage my audience during the 'Go Kart Expo' by clearly explaining the processes and challenges I faced, while responding to feedback and questions with clarity and understanding.	I can clearly articulate the steps and thought processes involved in diagnosing and repairing the go-kart engine, using detailed explanations and visual aids during my presentation at the Go Kart Expo I ensure my audience understands my journey by actively engaging with them, answering questions confidently, and reflecting on feedback to enhance my communication skills further.
Deeper Learning Competencies	Self Directed Learning	I can independently identify areas where I need further understanding or practice during my go-kart assembly project and actively seek out resources, ask questions, and engage with peers or the car shop owner to deepen my learning and improve my skills.		I can effectively use feedback from my peers and teacher to make improvements on my go-kart project, and I regularly reflect on my progress in my journal, setting new goals to enhance my mechanical skills and understanding throughout the project.
Deeper Learning Competencies	Academic Mindset		I am beginning to recognize how my sense of belonging and identity shape my learning journey, and I explore ways to increase my confidence by taking thoughtful action and reflecting critically throughout my go-kart project.	I can confidently present my complete understanding of our project's goals by showcasing my assembled go-kart and explaining each step in the mechanical diagnosis and repair process During the 'Go Kart Expo', I effectively communicate my learning journey with enthusiasm and engage the audience by inviting and reflecting on their feedback to strengthen my sense of identity and belonging in this community effort.

Deeper Learning Competencies

Content Expertise

I can identify and explain the basic parts and tools needed for automotive work by observing and assisting at the car shop visit
I can document my initial insights and any questions I have in my reflection journal clearly and thoroughly.

I can identify and describe basic parts of a car engine and use simple tools to assist in automotive work at the car shop
I reflect on this experience by writing my initial thoughts and questions in my journal, showcasing my growing understanding of engine mechanics.

I can successfully diagnose and repair the salvaged motor by consistently applying my understanding of mechanical systems, demonstrating a clear progression through my reflection journal, and explaining my problem-solving strategies during my go-kart assembly presentation.

I can expertly transform a salvaged motor into a fully functional go-kart engine, demonstrating a deep understanding of mechanical systems
I continuously document my process in a detailed reflection journal, showcasing my ability to diagnose and solve mechanical problems
My presentation at the 'Go Kart Expo' effectively communicates my journey, highlights my mechanical insights, and engages attendees, reflecting my mastery of content expertise in automotive mechanics.

Deeper Learning Competencies

Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

I can identify basic mechanical parts and tools after observing and assisting at a car shop, and I can describe initial thoughts and questions about engine mechanics and go-kart assembly in my reflection journal
This demonstrates my beginning understanding of mechanical systems and my curiosity in solving complex problems.

I can explore different approaches when faced with a mechanical issue during the go-kart project by seeking input from my peers and the car shop owner
I use my reflection journal to document the methods I've tried, evaluate their effectiveness, and identify areas for improvement, showing my ability to tackle complex problems by revisiting and revising my strategies based on real-life challenges and feedback.

I can effectively diagnose and troubleshoot issues in the go-kart engine, identifying areas that need repair by using my observations from the car shop visit
I employ various innovative approaches and collaborate with peers to devise practical solutions to mechanical challenges, documenting my thought process and problem-solving strategies in my reflection journal.

I can expertly diagnose and repair the salvaged motor, creatively solving complex issues with insightful approaches
I document and reflect on my process in detail, demonstrating my ability to address mechanical challenges effectively and learn from each step of the journey.

Deeper Learning Competencies

Collaboration

I can actively participate in planning and building the go-kart with my classmates by sharing ideas, listening to others, and helping solve problems together
I work with the car shop owner to learn new skills and ask questions, making sure everyone has a chance to contribute to the group's success.

I collaborate with my peers during the go-kart project by sharing ideas and dividing tasks, contributing to co-designing the go-kart, and working with the car shop owner to ensure everyone’s input is considered and we achieve our common goal.

I can effectively work with my peers to design and assemble our go-kart project, contributing my ideas and listening to others' perspectives
I regularly participate in group decision-making and help resolve any disagreements by finding common ground
I actively support my teammates and share leadership tasks, ensuring everyone feels included and valued in the project process.

I can co-design the go-kart with my peers by actively engaging in shared decision-making, embracing leadership roles, and effectively resolving conflicts, which allows us to create a functional and safe go-kart together.

Deeper Learning Competencies

Effective Communication

I can clearly share the progress I've made on my go-kart project, addressing both the challenges I've faced and the solutions I've discovered
I engage thoughtfully with others during my live demonstration, asking questions and listening carefully to feedback to improve my work.

I can clearly present my go-kart project and demonstrate its function at the 'Go Kart Expo', sharing the repair insights and lessons I've learned
I make an effort to communicate the process by actively listening and responding to feedback from attendees, which helps me improve my presentation skills.

I can confidently present my project's journey, sharing detailed insights about diagnosing and assembling the go-kart engine
I effectively engage my audience during the 'Go Kart Expo' by clearly explaining the processes and challenges I faced, while responding to feedback and questions with clarity and understanding.

I can clearly articulate the steps and thought processes involved in diagnosing and repairing the go-kart engine, using detailed explanations and visual aids during my presentation at the Go Kart Expo
I ensure my audience understands my journey by actively engaging with them, answering questions confidently, and reflecting on feedback to enhance my communication skills further.

Deeper Learning Competencies

Self Directed Learning

I can independently identify areas where I need further understanding or practice during my go-kart assembly project and actively seek out resources, ask questions, and engage with peers or the car shop owner to deepen my learning and improve my skills.

I can effectively use feedback from my peers and teacher to make improvements on my go-kart project, and I regularly reflect on my progress in my journal, setting new goals to enhance my mechanical skills and understanding throughout the project.

Deeper Learning Competencies

Academic Mindset

I am beginning to recognize how my sense of belonging and identity shape my learning journey, and I explore ways to increase my confidence by taking thoughtful action and reflecting critically throughout my go-kart project.

I can confidently present my complete understanding of our project's goals by showcasing my assembled go-kart and explaining each step in the mechanical diagnosis and repair process
During the 'Go Kart Expo', I effectively communicate my learning journey with enthusiasm and engage the audience by inviting and reflecting on their feedback to strengthen my sense of identity and belonging in this community effort.