Engineering Design Versus Scientific Method in STEM Applications

The video discusses two key iterative processes in STEM: the scientific method and the engineering design process. It highlights their differences and when to use each. Visual aids like flow maps help illustrate these processes. Real-world examples demonstrate how these methods are applied in everyday life, emphasizing the omnipresence of STEM.

What is a key characteristic of both the engineering design and scientific method processes?

• They are used only in science.

• They are used only in engineering.

• They are iterative processes.

• They are linear processes.

When should you use the scientific method?

• When designing a new product.

• When making observations and conducting experiments.

• When building a prototype.

• When testing a new machine.

Which process involves designing a product to meet specific criteria?

• Both processes

• Engineering design process

• Neither process

• Scientific method

What is a common final step in both the scientific method and engineering design process?

• Designing a prototype

• Testing hypotheses

• Conducting experiments

• Communicating results

What is the purpose of using flow maps in understanding STEM processes?

• To make the processes more complex

• To simplify the engineering design process

• To visually compare the processes

• To eliminate the need for experiments

What is an example of the engineering design process in real life?

• Writing a scientific paper

• Conducting a chemical experiment

• Designing a man-made lake

• Observing animal behavior

How do cars demonstrate the application of STEM principles?

• By using solar energy

• By converting chemical energy to mechanical energy

• By being powered by wind

• By using only electrical energy

What role does the sun play in STEM applications?

• It creates seasons but has no other role.

• It provides energy for various technologies.

• It is only a source of light.

• It is irrelevant to engineering.

How does a bicycle demonstrate engineering principles?

• By using only electrical energy

• By being powered by wind

• By converting leg energy to mechanical motion

• By using solar panels

What is a common theme in the examples of STEM in everyday life?

• STEM is rarely used in daily activities.

• STEM is only found in laboratories.

• STEM is integrated into many aspects of life.

• STEM is only for scientists and engineers.