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 * Unit Theme**: "How _ _ _ _ _ changed the world"
 * Conceptual Lens: Change**
 * Unit Length: 2 weeks**
 * Grade Level(s): Freshman**

After looking at the new Next Gen Science Standards Framework, we have recognized a need to address the standard "Influence of Engineering, Technology, and Science on Society". Looking at how an invention has changed the world is a chance to look at the impact of science on society, while bringing in an historical perspective and integrating the Common Core Standards. Students will be encouraged to pick an invention that interests them and research that invention. They will create a non-fiction piece describing the impact, a fiction piece describing the world without that invention, and a presentation summarizing their learning to share with the class. ||
 * ===Unit Overview=== ||
 * Students are in a semester-long Freshman Engineering Class. All freshman take this class (half in the fall, half in the spring).

Non-Fiction Writing ||  || Impact of Technology on society || Research and historical perspective ||  ||   ||   ||
 * English ||  || Science || Social Studies ||   ||   ||   ||
 * Expository Writing

Designer(s): Karl Matulis, Justin Stewart
Students will understand that...technological changes have had tremendous impacts shaping and changing society.

Essential Question: How have inventions changed society?

Mission Statement:

The Gardiner Area High School community believes that education enriches people’s lives. We promote personal improvement and excellence in academics, the arts, athletics, and extracurricular activities in a safe, respectful environment.

**T**his **I**nstitution **G**uarantees **E**ducational Opportunities **R**egardless of **S**ituation Our programs and services assist students in becoming life-long learners, ethical and responsible citizens, and productive workers. Students are encourage to be unique individuals, rise to their potential, think critically and independently, adapt to new situations, make responsible choices, and show respect for all.