Future engineers are bowled over with the wealth of information brought to them by this video. The focus is on engineers and the process they take to test solutions by isolating variables with multiple trials. 

Concepts

engineering design, engineers, trials, bowling, isolating the variable, variables, solutions, technology resources

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Instructional Ideas

• Bring the bowling example to life; setup a bowling alley in your classroom to test variables and discover the best solution to knock down all the pins
• Create a flipped classroom assignment by providing scholars with the link to watch at home then discuss observations in class 

Classroom Considerations

• The tenth in a series of 17 videos that is designed to inform youth about the ins and outs of engineering

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• The graphics, cartoon characters, sound effects, and jokes are captivating and engaging for learners 
• Terms are defined verbally and visually
• Designed for Next Generation Science Standards

Cons

• The host is a fast speaker which may make taking notes or answering questions difficult for viewers