--- title: Influence of Science, Engineering, and Technology on Society and the Natural World description: Influence of Science, Engineering, and Technology on Society and the Natural World Disciplinary Core Ideas image: https://www.knowatom.com/hubfs/Right%20Image.png --- [![Teacher Login](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/347944/f56bee57-133e-4975-8055-799f1f23588b.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/347944/f56bee57-133e-4975-8055-799f1f23588b) [Teacher Login](https://app.knowatom.com/signin) [![KnowAtom Logo](https://www.knowatom.com/hubfs/KnowAtom%20Logo.svg "KnowAtom Logo")](https://www.knowatom.com/) # Influence of Science, Engineering, and Technology on Society and the Natural World Disciplinary Core Ideas [![Download a Sample Unit](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/347944/20eee377-e175-48fe-a039-ae723137a2a6.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/347944/20eee377-e175-48fe-a039-ae723137a2a6) Science & Engineering Practices - [Asking questions and defining problems](https://www.knowatom.com/asking-questions-and-defining-problems) - [Developing and using models](https://www.knowatom.com/developing-and-using-models) - [Planning and carrying out investigations](https://www.knowatom.com/planning-and-carrying-out-investigations) - [Analyzing and interpreting data](https://www.knowatom.com/analyzing-and-interpreting-data) - [Using mathematics and computational thinking](https://www.knowatom.com/using-mathematics-and-computational-thinking) - [Constructing explanations and designing solutions](https://www.knowatom.com/constructing-explanations-and-designing-solutions) - [Engaging in argument from evidence](https://www.knowatom.com/engaging-in-argument-from-evidence) - [Obtaining evaluating and communicating information](https://www.knowatom.com/obtaining-evaluating-and-communicating-information) Disciplinary Core Ideas - [Natural Hazards](https://www.knowatom.com/natural-hazards) - [Defining and Delimiting Engineering Problems](https://www.knowatom.com/defining-and-delimiting-engineering-problems) - [Optimizing the Design Solution](https://www.knowatom.com/optimizing-the-design-solution) - [Developing Possible Solutions](https://www.knowatom.com/developing-possible-solutions) Crosscutting Concepts - [Influence of Science Engineering and Technology on Society and the Natural World](https://www.knowatom.com/influence-of-science-engineering-and-technology-on-society-and-the-natural-world) - [Influence of Engineering Technology and Science on Society and the Natural World](https://www.knowatom.com/influence-of-engineering-technology-and-science-on-society-and-the-natural-world) - [Cause and Effect](https://www.knowatom.com/cause-and-effect) [![New call-to-action](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/347944/b5a1446e-d782-4a5f-a019-0b3b98c8304f.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/347944/b5a1446e-d782-4a5f-a019-0b3b98c8304f) ## Lessons for Influence of Science, Engineering, and Technology on Society and the Natural World Grade Ranges All K-2 3-5 6-8 [![](https://www.knowatom.com/hubfs/image3-Oct-07-2023-03-07-17-7183-PM.png) ](https://www.knowatom.com/science-phenomena-videos/4th-grade-science/engineering-permeable-concrete) ## [Engineering Permeable Concrete In this unit, students explore the science phenomena of Earth systems by studying aquifers, comparing the ability of different Earth materials to hold water. In this lesson, they build on that knowledge to engineer permeable pavement that can solve the problems of urban flooding and water pollution. This page showcases key components of this lesson. ](https://www.knowatom.com/science-phenomena-videos/4th-grade-science/engineering-permeable-concrete) [ VIEW LESSON ](https://www.knowatom.com/science-phenomena-videos/4th-grade-science/engineering-permeable-concrete) [![](https://www.knowatom.com/hubfs/image4-Oct-07-2023-11-58-00-9482-AM.png) ](https://www.knowatom.com/science-phenomena-videos/3rd-grade-science/flood-control-engineering) ## [Flood Control Engineering In this unit, students discover how the sun provides light and heat to Earth and how the water cycle influences weather and climate. Students analyze weather patterns in specific regions during a particular season. They then use that knowledge to study the effects of extreme weather on humans, evaluating solutions to protect against those effects. ](https://www.knowatom.com/science-phenomena-videos/3rd-grade-science/flood-control-engineering) [ VIEW LESSON ](https://www.knowatom.com/science-phenomena-videos/3rd-grade-science/flood-control-engineering) [![](https://www.knowatom.com/hubfs/image3-Oct-08-2023-08-03-56-9723-PM.png) ](https://www.knowatom.com/science-phenomena-videos/6th-grade-science/engineering-thermal-control) ## [Engineering Thermal Control In this unit, students focus on the Earth-Sun-moon system to explore how gravity pulls objects including satellites into orbit. In this lesson, students engineer an insulating solution for a prototype satellite that minimizes the amount of thermal energy transferred into or out of it.](https://www.knowatom.com/science-phenomena-videos/6th-grade-science/engineering-thermal-control) [ VIEW LESSON ](https://www.knowatom.com/science-phenomena-videos/6th-grade-science/engineering-thermal-control) [![](https://www.knowatom.com/hubfs/image1-Oct-08-2023-08-20-18-3788-PM.png) ](https://www.knowatom.com/science-phenomena-videos/6th-grade-science/engineering-rain-harvesting-systems) ## [Engineering Rain Harvesting Systems In this unit, students build on their scientific knowledge about matter, energy, and heat transfer to explore the phenomena of weather and climate. They investigate how the sun powers the global water cycle, which in turn has very local impacts that affect the phenomena of regional climates around the world. They then use that knowledge to figure out and design a technology that solves the problem of drought-related water shortages.](https://www.knowatom.com/science-phenomena-videos/6th-grade-science/engineering-rain-harvesting-systems) [ VIEW LESSON ](https://www.knowatom.com/science-phenomena-videos/6th-grade-science/engineering-rain-harvesting-systems) [![](https://www.knowatom.com/hubfs/image1-Oct-08-2023-10-02-53-5067-PM.png) ](https://www.knowatom.com/science-phenomena-videos/6th-grade-science/earthquake-resistance-skyscrapers) ## [Earthquake-Resistant Skyscrapers In this unit, students explore forest ecosystems, studying the science phenomena of interactions between living things and the environment. In this lesson, students build on their understanding of how energy affects the growth of organisms by exploring the phenomena of forest food webs, and analyzing how the phenomena of drought can have a ripple effect through the ecosystem. This page showcases all components of this lesson. ](https://www.knowatom.com/science-phenomena-videos/6th-grade-science/earthquake-resistance-skyscrapers) [ VIEW LESSON ](https://www.knowatom.com/science-phenomena-videos/6th-grade-science/earthquake-resistance-skyscrapers) [![](https://www.knowatom.com/hubfs/image4-Oct-08-2023-10-02-49-8922-PM.png) ](https://www.knowatom.com/science-phenomena-videos/6th-grade-science/engineering-bridges) ## [Engineering Bridges In this unit, students explore how engineers and architects design structures that help human populations survive and thrive in their environment. Students take on the challenges of civil engineers as they design different types of bridges to discover a design that can carry the maximum load. This page highlights the components of this lesson.](https://www.knowatom.com/science-phenomena-videos/6th-grade-science/engineering-bridges) [ VIEW LESSON ](https://www.knowatom.com/science-phenomena-videos/6th-grade-science/engineering-bridges) Standards citation: NGSS Lead States. 2013. *Next Generation Science Standards: For States, By State*s. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. 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