Lesson 5:  A Look Inside

Part A:   An HP Case Study

Students will learn about positive changes that can be made throughout the product life cycle to benefit all living things.

Student Activities:

Students read a case study about positive changes Hewlett-Packard has made to products at different stages of the life cycle. Students practice reading skills learned in Lesson 1.

Part B:   Lab: Examining Everyday Objects

Students develop skills and knowledge that contribute to the critical analysis of the design of everyday objects. Students engage in an effective telephone call or email exchange in order to obtain information.

Student Activities:

Students dismantle an everyday object and analyze it to identify both negative and positive aspects of its life cycle.