
Rollercoaster Workshop
A double period activity for a whole year group in Key Stage 3. Groups of students (maximum six) form an ‘engineering company’ and have to submit a design for a new ‘White Knuckle’ ride. The group has to design and construct a model of a roller coaster track from materials supplied by ER Events.
Each team with their own company name have to produce a logo, advertising material and ticket pricing. To win the challenge, the successful team will have designed and built a track which a marble can travel down without falling off.
Aims & objectives:
To recognise, develop and apply their skills for enterprise and employability whilst engaging in an activity set within a work context. The activity also develops the following:
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· Enterprise skills
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· Use of organisational and communication skills
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· Working as part of a team
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· Use of design and creativity skills
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· Working to a deadline
What the students say:
"It was really fun and it made us work as a team and be organised” Bonus Pastor C.C.
Key Information
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Years: 6, 7 or 8
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Numbers: 1 tutor group per session (max 50)
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Time: Double lesson, up to 3 sessions per day
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Rooming: Hall or large activity room