Throughout this lesson, students will develop an understanding of the way robots are being used in agriculture to solve problems and make tasks more efficient. Through a guided investigation, students will have the opportunity to explore the many uses for robots in food and fibre production, and will be challenged to think critically about the advantages and disadvantages this might pose for farmers. Students will work collaboratively to design and build a prototype of a robot to address a concern in agriculture, evaluating their design and reflecting on the design process.
Students Will Learn To:
- Explore the ways robots are being used in agriculture.
- Consider the advantages and disadvantages of robotics in agriculture.
- Use Design Thinking to solve a problem.
- Apply safe procedures when using a variety of materials and components to produce designed solutions.
- Reflect on the design process and consider modifications or improvements.
Lesson Plan: PDF
Resources:
- 1.1 Odd One Out Technology in Agriculture: PDF
- 3.1 Robots in agriculture graphic organiser: PDF
- 3.2 Robots in Agriculture Question Template: PDF
- 4.1 Concept Cartoon- Teacher: PDF
- 4.2 Concept Cartoon- Student: PDF
- 7.1 Design Reflection Worksheet: PDF
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Keywords
Robotics, technology, salinity, efficient, prototype, harvesting, nutrition.
Developed by: PIEFA