Introduction to Technology

Introduction to Technology

Unit 1 Lesson 1

Technology in Our World

Directions: Identify 3 different examples of electronic (must have electricity to function) and non-electronic (can operate without electricity) technology used in the following locations.

*Each example MUST BE DIFFERENT! For example, you may not list a computer for more than one area.

*Make sure you review the difference between technology and science. 

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At School

Electronic Examples of Technology

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2.

3.

Non-electronic Example of Technology

1.

2.

3.

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In An Office

Electronic Example of Technology

1.

2.

3.

Non-electronic Example of Technology

1.

2.

3.

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At a Grocery Store

Electronic Example of Technology

1.

2.

3.

Non-electronic Example of Technology

1.

2.

3.

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At Home

Electronic Example of Technology

1.

2.

3.

Non-electronic Example of Technology

1.

2.

3.

Yike Bike

Watch the video to answer the questions that follow.

https://vimeo.com/180242629

Open Ended

Explain why the Yike Bike is considered an invention or an innovation?

Be sure to review the definitions of invention and innovation.

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How is the Yike Bike like other bicycles?

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How is the Yike Bike different from other Bicycles?

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What are two advantages of using the Yike Bike over a regular bike?

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The inventor said that they failed many times while working on prototypes for the design.

What are two examples of design changes that failed?

Poll

Choose all of the following choices that describe the inventor of the yike bike.

• showed perseverance

• has a fixed mindset

• persisted even when it seemed to fail

• has a growth mindset