Lalita’s Big Idea:
Students will use SeaPerch, an innovative underwater robotics program, to modify a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) to improve its ability to target, retrieve, and sort plastic, aluminum and iron. Her Challenge Project, Engineering a Cleaner Ocean, engages students in the engineering design process as they apply concepts of density and magnetism to enhance the robot’s performance. Recovered recyclable materials will then be transformed into art projects, promoting creative reuse and sustainability. Ethical and sustainability principles are woven throughout the project, encouraging students to think critically about environmental responsibility, equitable design practices, and the broader societal impact of technological innovation.
Interesting Facts:
Before Lalita stepped into the classroom as a teacher, she worked as a microbiologist. Now, she brings her love for science into every lesson she teaches.