Activities
Working in small teams, students:
- Utilise a variety of construction materials to build their shelters, applying knowledge of construction and design principles.
- Practice budgeting and problem-solving exercises to tackle critical challenges related to their shelter designs.
- Discuss and negotiate necessary changes as hindrances are introduced, fostering adaptability and critical thinking.
- Share observations and insights throughout the building process, focusing on the importance of effective communication and collaboration.
- Identify and practice various team roles, accepting responsibilities as team members and leaders to achieve their shared goals.
Scope of Learning
Together we’ll select the learning outcomes that best suit your class and grade level curriculum requirements.
- Identify and practice various team roles and accept responsibility as part of a team and team leader
- Apply various collaborative problem-solving approaches to achieve team goals
- Identify key construction elements of various shelters
- Understand the basics of construction and design
- Application of economic and business concepts related to consumer needs and rights, and making and evaluating economic/business decisions.
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