Discovery Engineering in Biology - Case Studies for Grades 6-12 (Hite Rebecca)(Paperback / softback)

Show your students how amazing it can be to just " see what will happen" when they blend biology, engineering, and serendipity. Focusing on innovations sparked by accidental or unexpected observations, the case studies in this resource are a lively way to integrate engineering and experimentation into your biology classes. Middle and high school students will learn fundamental science processes while using their natural curiosity to explore ideas for new applications and products. They'll also find out that small, plant-eating mammals called pikas helped scientists find new ways to survive extreme weather events and that algae can be used as airplane fuel.
The book's 20 easy-to-use investigations help you do the following:
- Use real-world case studies to bring accidental inspirations to life. Each investigation starts with an actual scientific discovery that students explore
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