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- High Tech Fashion - Spanish Version (.html)
- SciGirls STEM Practices (.pdf)
- SciGirls Methods for Effective Groupwork (.pdf)
- National Standards (.pdf)
- High Tech Fashion - Full Episode (.mp4)
- High Tech Fashion - Brainstorm & Research (.mp4)
- High Tech Fashion - Mentor Moment (.mp4)
- High Tech Fashion - Design (.mp4)
- High Tech Fashion - Problem Solve (.mp4)
- High Tech Fashion - Share (.mp4)
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Creatively combine clothes and conductors. Pupils learn how to use conductive thread to make electric circuits. They apply the thread to design and build an accessory item with LEDs.
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Concepts
Instructional Ideas
- Hold a fashion show where learners show off their creations
Classroom Considerations
- Basic familiarity with electric circuits is advantageous but not necessary
- Activity requires circuitry materials, including conductive thread
Pros
- Includes very detailed instructions
- Provides pointers for facilitators
Cons
- None