This lesson/project idea will develop a knowledge and
understanding of structures, applying this knowledge in a real life
context. Young people will work in teams as architect
companies, with the task of designing a new bridge to
cross the Clyde.
Broad Outcomes of learning
Subject knowledge gained and enhanced
• Enterprising skills and attitudes developed (ACfE) through
working on problems in a team and evaluating individual and team
work as they progress (additional self-development)
• Employability skills enhanced - application of knowledge in a
real situation
• Improves confidence of working independently from teacher-led
lessons
• Learners take responsibility for their learning through making
decisions
Relevance to curriculum
• Supports 5-14 Environmental Studies
• Relevance of how structures work and how this knowledge is put
into practice in a real situation