Basic Middle School Introduction to what is Technology (pre-engineering tech) which leads into other aspect of Technology Education

1. INTRODUCTION TO
TECHNOLOGY
Pre-Engineering/Design/STEM 

2. WHAT IS TECHNOLOGY?
• The use of human knowledge to
extend human abilities and to
satisfy human need and wants.
Using and modifying nature to
accomplish a goal, need or want

3. WHAT IS TECHNOLOGY?
–Using what you have to make
life easier and lazier
–Making products/tools from
nature to help you

4. IS THIS CONNECTED TO TECHNOLOGY
–Is it designed?
–Is it manufactured?
–Did someone make it?
–Is it found in nature?

15. CLOSING ACTIVITY
– Pair up with a partner &
discuss:
– What technology most
effected your life and why
– Write what you have
discussed and a sketch of
the technology