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The introduction of something new.

A new idea, method or device.

The product of` new combinations or

patterns.

1. Curiosity

2. Collaboration

3. Integrative and

Associative Thinking

4. Bias toward Action and

Experimentation

Fixed Mindsets based upon failures.

Nurture a “Can Do” attitude

Encourage constant questioning

Look for connections

Challenge your learners

Support their innovations

“Invention is the most

important product of

[hu]man’s creative

brain. The ultimate

purpose is the

complete mastery of

mind over the material

world.”

Nikola Tesla

Inventions of Professor Lucifer Gorgonzola Butts

1914- 1964

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1. Curiosity

2. Collaboration

3. Integrative and

Associative Thinking

4. Bias toward Action and

Experimentation

How do I get the Marble in the Bucket?

Students Brainstorm 10 ways to get the ball in the bucket

Show photo of students brainstorming Show list of ideas they created

Students Brainstorm 10 ways to get the ball in the bucket

Show photo of students brainstorming Show list of ideas they created

Kinesthetic Learners

1. Curiosity

2. Collaboration

3. Integrative and

Associative Thinking

4. Bias toward Action and

Experimentation

Invent Tomorrow links

Rube Ideas videos

Identify machines/ideas

Videos

Experience

Imagination

How It Works

Watch It Work

1. Curiosity

2. Collaboration

3. Integrative and

Associative Thinking

4. Bias toward Action and

Experimentation

1. Identify the Simple Task.2. List the parts of the simple

task.3. Discuss how the parts work

together4. Diagram an invention with

1. At least 15 ideas.2. Uses at least 3 forms of

energy.5. Set up a plan for how it

would be built.

Develop a Problem-Based Learning mindset

Initiate an essential question.

Provide some process structure.

Identify deliverables but don’t strictly define the contents.

• Language

• Concepts

• Process

• Science

• Tech

• Writing

Science PS 2-1 Designs a solution to a problem involving

Newton’s 3rd Law PS 2-2 Designs an experiment to show effects of

Newton’s 2nd law Technology

21.6-8.TL.1 Demonstrate creative thinking in the design and development of innovative tech products and problem solving

21.6-8.TL.4 Use critical thinking to conduct research, solve problems, and make informed decisions using appropriate tech tools and resources.

Journaling the Process

Reflecting on what they created.

Sharing own feeling.

Commenting on others’ reflections.

Inventing is like writing a book. You get to have fun imagining new things, and when you’re done you feel like you accomplished something. That why I think inventing is cool beans. - Griffin

Dave Fox – Rube Works DesignerElectric Eggplant

Invented in MineCraft

Video recorded the inventions

Shared with class

Invented At Home

Video recorded the inventions

Shared them with class

Shooting a Basket

Setting off Fireworks