Introduction to WeDo 2.0 Developing Science and Engineering Practices with WeDo 2.0 The science and engineering practices serve as the common thread throughout the curriculum, and all standards should, in essence, be taught through them. While the academic definition of each process is important, it is probably a good habit to verbalize the practices in a way that is understandable to students at that level. The following identifies the basic principles of these practices and gives examples on how they are used in WeDo 2.0 projects. 1. Ask questions and define problems This practice focuses on simplistic problems and questions based upon observational skills. 2.
Develop and use models This practice focuses upon students’ prior experiences and the use of concrete events in modeling solutions to problems. It also includes improving models and new ideas about a real-world problem and solution. 3. Plan and carry out investigations This practice is about how students engage in an investigation process to formulate probable solution ideas and to test these ideas. 4. Analyze and interpret data The focus of this practice is to learn ways to gather information from experiences, document discoveries, and share ideas from the learning process. ©2016 The LEGO Group. 17