Lesson 1 – Exploring the CEGCs
Overview
Lesson 1 is an introduction to the Canadian Engineering Grand Challenges (CEGCs) that provides students and an opportunity to orient to the concept complex sociotechnical challenges and identify with these challenges in the Canadian Context.
Learning Objective
- Develop awareness of sociotechnical engineering grand challenges in the context Canadian Engineering Grand Challenges (CEGCs).
Timing
Expected lesson duration: 15 minutes
Approach
- Lesson 1 is intended to provide the context for subsequent modules on engineering leadership.
- This lesson is intended to be delivered in class (either online or in person).
- The lesson can run as a stand-alone activity or as a follow up or an introduction to a larger discussion on contextualizing engineering solutions to complex challenges.
Resources
- Module 1 – Canadian Engineering Grand Challenges (CEGCs)
- Lesson 1 – Exploring the CEGCs – Presentation.pptx (PowerPoint)
- CEGC Orientation Video
- Lesson 1 – Exploring the CEGCs Activity Sheet (Word)
Deliverables
The lesson can be run as an in-class discussion as an orientation to the CEGCs and can be approached as a think-pair-share exercise, or the instructor facilitate the depth of the discussion by asking individuals or groups to complete the Lesson 1 – Introduction to CEGCs Activity Sheet.
Lesson Structure
The Lesson is structured to be run using the Exploring the CEGCs Presentation.pptx and consist of the following steps. Estimated Total Duration: 15 minutes
- Introductory Slides (3 min)
- CEGCs Orientation Video (8 min)
- Reflection and takeaways (4 minutes)
Download Resources
Lesson 1 – Exploring the CEGCs – Instructor Guide
