Friday, April 17, 2020

Engineering Marvels of Our Time: The Burj Khalifa, the Chunnel, and the International Space Station




Humans continue to be impressed by the Gothic cathedrals, even though they were constructed 1,000 years ago.

1,000 years from now (in the year 3020 AD!), which modern architectural or engineering accomplishment will be most admired?

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During next week's live class, we will have a discussion/debate in which your class will try to determine which structure is most likely to be admired in 1,000 years. 

To prepare for the activity, please do the following:

1. Watch my introductory video posted below

2. Read the article that is posted here

3. Watch the film about the Chunnel, posted here

4. Learn about the way that the International Space Station is powered by solar energy, here 

5. Answer the questions that are posted here

6. BONUS! Can you determine which of your classmates visited Amiens Cathedral at the age of 5?! His photo from the adventure is located below (notice that he's standing in front of the famous red doors!).

And this last part is OPTIONAL: Watch the film about the Burj Khalifa, posted here



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