What is the design process?
An engineer is person who solves problems by using math and science. The answers an engineer finds helps people. Engineers work in many areas. Some engineers design cars. Other engineers make robots.
How do engineers solve problems? Engineers use a design process. A design process is steps an engineer takes to solve problems. Lets look at the design process below.
How do engineers solve problems? Engineers use a design process. A design process is steps an engineer takes to solve problems. Lets look at the design process below.
What is technology?
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What do you think of when you hear the word technology? If you think of computers or cell phones, you are right. But technology is much more.
Technology is anything that helps us solve problems or do work. It can be as simple as a broom or as complicated as robotic machines that help doctors do surgery. Technology is all around us. It is in our homes, schools and businesses. 
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How had technology changed?
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For thousands of years people have been inventing new technology. The Wright Brothers invented the first airplane. Alexander Graham Bell invented the first telephone. Technology has always made things easier.
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Technology helps Science
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Technology helps us do science and share what we learn with others. Early scientists used very simple tools. Later, people invented tools like microscopes and thermometers to make learning about science easier. Today, scientists use new technology. The latest inventions are helping scientists find new sources of energy and study galaxies far away. Technology is helping doctors look for cures for cancer and other diseases. |
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How does technology affect you?
Think about the technology you use everyday. Have you seen how it has changed? New phones are better than old phones. New computers look different than old computers. Technology keeps improving and making life better. You can make technology better!
What does the future hold?
Technology is quickly getting better and better. What do you think technology will be in 10 years? 100 years? We can only guess.
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How can you help?
It is important to know the design process very well to help improve technology. Use the picture below to draw and create a design process paper. Ask yourself a question and follow the steps on the design process. When you finish you have just improved technology. GO SHOW YOUR TEACHER!
