Assuming the role of a potential personal trainer, students write a research paper describing the various aspects of a typical skeletal muscle fiber (cell). In the paper, students include information on the basic anatomy of a muscle fiber, the sliding filament theory, and the roles of both ATP...
In this task, each student will conduct research to develop narrative text as background for four primary sources to set the historical context: Pericles’ Funeral Oration, the Gettysburg Address, John F. Kennedy’s Inaugural Address, and Bill Clinton’s Turning Ideas into Action. Students will...
In this task, students assume the role of a representative of a country responsible for drafting a proposal to bring to the global nuclear power summit. Students will research the current context in their country and decide whether their country will support or oppose a proposal to bring nuclear...
In this task, students will play the role of an efficiency expert for Fozzils, a company that specializes in making lightweight and compact foldable dishes, bowls, cups, and spoons for camping and backpacking.
Students will do an inquiry to figure out the best design for the rectangular...
Virtual Learning Academy Charter School (VLACS) Performance Design Team
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Physics
9, 10, 11, 12
High (9-12)
In this task, students take on the role of a research assistant in a materials lab tasked with testing various materials to determine the best materials to use in a sports helmet to limit the force of impact.
Students will conduct research on what is already known about helmet design,...
