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Source
High Tech High School

Subject
Mathematics, Science, Engineering, Art, Interdisciplinary

Grade Level
12

Analog Flash for Windows

In this task, students will create an artistic project that combines various fields as their senior project. 

This task includes: 
1. Task Description
2. Student Work: 4 examples (pictures)
3. Additional Resources: Teacher reflections

Source
High Tech High School

Subject
Art, Biology, Engineering, Humanities, Mathematics, Science, Interdisciplinary

Grade Level
K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Birds, Insects, Balloons: Kindergarten Flight Study

In this task students will explore ratio and proportions through a flight study, designing and and creating various flying objects.

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Student Work: 2 examples
3. Video: Example of the hot air balloon portion of the project

Source
High Tech High School

Subject
Engineering

Grade Level
6

BraceLEDS

In this task, students will use their knowledge of circuits and design to create an LED bracelet.

This task includes: 
1. Task Description
2. Student Work: 4 examples
3. Additional Resources: Diagram instructions, 4 worksheets/handouts

Source
High Tech High School

Subject
Engineering

Grade Level
6

Carnival LEGO

In this task, students will use real world knowledge about 3D modeling and engineering to create a LEGO carnival. 

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Student Work: 15 examples
3. Additional Resources: Sample packet, teacher resource poster, about the authors, learning goals, helpful links

Source
PBL University (PBLU)

Subject
Science, Engineering, Interdisciplinary

Grade Level
9, 10, 11, 12

Design It Clean

In this task, students will get into groups and design affordable and realistic water filters.

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Teacher Instructions
3. Student Handouts

Source
High Tech High School

Subject
Engineering, Mathematics, Interdisciplinary

Grade Level
5, 6, 7, 8

Engineering 101: Pop-up Book!

In this task, students will explore the various professional fields of engineering and create a pop-up book showcasing their newfound knowledge.

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Student Work: 3 examples
4. Additional Resources: project packet, gallery walk, group section, leanring goals, content topics, required materials, timeline, real world connections.

Source
High Tech High School

Subject
Engineering, Mathematics, Interdisciplinary

Grade Level
5, 6, 7, 8

Gaga Pit

In this task, students will become carpenters and create their own play arena for the Israeili game "Gaga", which is similar to dodgeball. 

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Student Work:13 examples

Source
High Tech High School

Subject
Engineering, Mathematics, Science, Interdisciplinary

Grade Level
8

The Bridge Project

In this task, students will exmplore the PBL learning by working in groups to construct a bridge out of toothpicks alone that will withstand the greatest weight. 

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Student Work: 11 examples

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