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Biological Oceanographic Investigations – I, Robot, Can Do That! Lesson PlanBiological Oceanographic Investigations – I, Robot, Can Do That! Lesson Plan
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7th - 8th
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Science
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1 hr 30 mins
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Biological Oceanographic Investigations – I, Robot, Can Do That!

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How do you decide the best person for each job? Would it be easier if you didn't have to consider their feelings? The activity begins with a discussion of underwater robots. Then groups research one of these robots and present their findings to the class. Finally, scholars are assigned an expedition and must decide which robot is best suited for their job. 

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

the gulf of mexico, robots, remote sensing

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Use a KWL chart with the lesson
  • Research the underwater robots used by other countries to compare the various capabilities

Classroom Considerations

  • Recommends each group have Internet access for doing research
  • Lesson is the 14th in a 16-part series

Pros

  • Offers an outline of the research groups should find for each robot
  • Includes a long list of related lessons, links, and resources

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RST.6-8.2 RST.6-8.4 RST.6-8.7

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