A pile of legos. (construction of a Chicago Pile No. 1 nuclear reactor model by a high school physics club).
The article shows how Lego building gets students interest in physics. It fosters a relationship between students and industry.
"Teaching elements and principles of bridge design: by designing model bridges, students can begin to appreciate how engineers construct elements that produce tremendous force, such as arches and cables."
The article talks about the engineering and physics principles that go into building bridges and other structures, and how they should be taught to kids in school. It shows that building models is the best way to demonstrate to students these principles. The article gives demonstrations and how-to's on bridge design.
"Defining Systematic Creativity in the Digital Realm
By Edith Ackermann, David Gauntlett, Thomas Wolbers and Cecilia Weckström
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