Knowledge/Skill Building
🧭 Safety Feature Decision Matrix
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Self Directed Learning
Effective Communication
Collaboration
Academic Mindset
HS-PS2-2
HS-PS2-2
PS.2.A
HS-PS2-3
HS-PS2-1
Submission Required
Grading Required
Teams sort Phase 2 interview notes, traffic observations, and collision evidence into a weighted decision matrix comparing at least three possible school-entrance safety features. The teacher gives a just-in-time mini-lesson on using conservation of momentum claims, impulse reasoning, and design constraints to justify tradeoffs. Each team leaves with one selected concept, a revised problem statement, and a test plan for a rapid prototype.
Plan day
Day 6
Duration
55 min
Grouping
Small Group
Steps
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