Activator

The purpose of the activator is to begin to challenge your beliefs or abilities, and engage your brain in the learning at hand. You will enjoy the lesson that follows more, and learn more if you go in with some questions. The video that follows is a quick sampling of technology spin-offs from the space program. Consider the following as you watch this brief video.

1. Which items in your every day life were developed as a spin-off from other technologies?
2. How often have you used a piece of technology for a purpose other than what it was designed for?
3. How has math or science been influenced by the technologies shown? How has technology been influenced by math or science?