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Which subject	Design and technology
What topic	Stem project on sustainability
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Topic

Stem Project on Sustainability

Objectives

• Understand the principles of sustainability in design and technology.
• Explore the impact of design choices on the environment.
• Develop a group project that showcases sustainable design solutions.
• Improve collaboration and communication skills through group work.

Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• A3 paper and markers for group project work
• Access to computers or tablets for research (optional)
• Examples of sustainable products (images or physical samples)
• Resources on sustainability in design (handouts)

Grade/Age Group

Grade Level: 5-8 (Ages 10-14)

Subject

Design and Technology

Class Size

20 students

Lesson Length

30 minutes

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the Australian Curriculum for Design and Technologies, focusing on sustainability, ideation, and collaborative project work.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Sustainability	5 mins	Briefly introduce the concept of sustainability in design. Discuss its importance and provide examples of sustainable products.
2	Group Formation	2 mins	Organize students into small groups of 4-5. Ensure a mix of abilities and skills in each group.
3	Brainstorming Session	10 mins	Each group brainstorms ideas for a sustainable design project. Encourage use of A3 paper to sketch and outline ideas. Monitor groups to provide guidance as needed.
4	Group Presentations (Gallery Walk)	8 mins	Groups display their brainstormed ideas around the classroom. Students walk around to view other groups' work, taking notes on interesting concepts and designs.
5	Wrap-Up Discussion	3 mins	Lead a class discussion on what they learned about sustainability and the ideas presented. Emphasize the significance of creative solutions in design.
6	Homework Assignment	2 mins	Assign students to write a short reflection on their group’s project ideas, including how they can be improved for greater sustainability.

Homework

• Write a short reflection (1-2 paragraphs) on your group’s project ideas, discussing aspects of sustainability and potential improvements. This should be submitted via email or a learning management system for feedback.

Assessment

• Students will be assessed on group collaboration, participation during the lesson, and the submitted homework reflections. Feedback will be given through comments on their written work without a formal presentation.

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