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Engineering Design Process

Engineering Design Process

In-service workshop for Sacred Heart School, Yankton, SD

Program Description:

Using the Winter Olympics theme, administrators and K-8 teachers of all content areas explored the engineering design process and how to integrate science into other content areas. Much learning, collaboration and laughter occurred as participants designed, tested and improved on the challenge presented to them. Using cardboard as the primary construction material, groups representing different countries were challenged to build, test and improve a torch, bobsled, snowboard, curling stone, ice skates, figure skating rink and routine, an Asian musical instrument and skies.

Some comments from participants:

This workshop was recommended by all participants.
Not to be afraid to let kids go! Don’t feel like I have to pre-teach every concept. Let them explore/investigate.
The hands–on activities were so much fun and gave us a better understanding of the process.
The workshop opened my eyes to bring in science into my other content areas.
Encouraged students to facilitate and take lead and explore instead of getting info “poured into” by teacher.
I thought because it was not part of my Religion content that I would be bored, but it was great!
STEM is cross curricular.
…acquired a new way of looking/thinking about science & teaching science.

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Testimonials

I have the privilege of working with Dr. Marie Steckelberg through a 21st Century Learning Communities STEM Grant. The grant requires travel to all the eligible out of school programs in the state of SD. Managing the logistics is challenging to say the least, but Marie’s meticulous planning and organizational skills make our work efficient and effective. Marie delights in sharing her knowledge of STEM instructional strategies and ensures the professional development gives educators confidence in their new curriculum and classroom management skills. The professional relationships Marie has established throughout the state of South Dakota and the nation allow her to draw on a vast network of expertise to enhance the work she does in schools, out of school programs, and beyond. Marie’s experience, knowledge, and willingness to embrace a challenge have been an inspiration to me and so many others.

Mari Biehl, OwnerMissouri Valley Education Consulting

Scientists and university faculty do not necessarily speak the language of program evaluation. Working with the South Dakota NASA Space Grant Consortium, Dr. Steckelberg has helped us develop an overall evaluation strategy and, within that framework, to implement specific data collection and survey tools that have had a positive impact on our program management and program outcomes. As a result of Dr. Steckelberg’s guidance, we find ourselves in the forefront among our peer organizations across the U.S. and well-positioned to provide our program managers at NASA with solid evaluative feedback.

Dr. Edward F. Duke, DirectorSouth Dakota Space Grant Consortium
SD School of Mines & Technology

Marie has served as our NASA South Dakota Space Grant Consortium professional program evaluator since 2016. By attending our monthly management team meetings and evaluating our many STEM educational programs spanning K through university, she provides solid, practical advice that we can use to improve our program effectiveness. Marie is a pleasure to work with.

Tom Durkin, CPGDeputy Director, NASA SD Space Grant Consortium

Marie has been an invaluable addition to the team at SDPB. She has been able to augment our staff in a variety of ways, not only researching and writing grants but also strategizing program efforts. Marie has also been able to review other proposals and make the writing much more elegant.

Ryan HowlettChief Executive Officer, Friends of SDPB

I have had the privilege of working with Marie Steckelberg on various projects over the past dozen years. She brings a level of expertise and enthusiasm that makes her a dynamic and effective teacher. Marie has a deep knowledge of standards, curriculum design, technology integration and evaluation. The professional development experiences that she leads are always top-rated by participants. I highly recommend her services.

Dr. Joe HaugeTechnology & Innovation in Education (TIE)

Dr. Marie Steckelberg, Steckelberg Consulting LLC, has collaborated with our team to design top quality, engaging professional development opportunities for our school staff. Our experiences with Marie have surpassed our expectations. Marie is an energetic, hands-on facilitator who challenges our staff to think outside of the box in any content area to meet the needs of Sacred Heart School.

Laura M. HabermanPrincipal, Sacred Heart Elementary School, Yankton SD