DOI
https://doi.org/10.62812/RMMG4097
Document Type
Curriculum Resource
Publication Version
In Review
Publication Date
Summer 6-12-2026
Keywords
Water Quality, Engineering Design Process, Problem-Based Learning, Community Stewardship, Evidence-Based Argumentation, Science Communication, Indigenous Knowledge Systems, Environmental Responsibility, Oral Tradition, Mni Wiconi (Water is Life), Data analysis, Advocacy, Generosity, Community Well-being
Description
Students analyze the data collected from their filter tests, construct an evidence-based argument for their most effective design, and communicate their solution to a “community council” (the class), connecting their technological solution back to community well-being. In the final lesson, students will analyze their data, draw conclusions, and communicate their findings. They will present their improved water filter designs to the class, acting as consultants for the fictional community.
Problem-Based Learning (PBL) Scenario: Students are now ready to present their final water filter prototypes and a summary of their findings to a “community council” (the rest of the class). They will advocate for their solution and explain why it is the best option.
Pages
8
Type
Lesson Plan
Format
Language
English
Publisher
Open Prairie, South Dakota State University
Creative Commons License
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License
Recommended Citation
Reycel Jugo, 2026. Lesson-3 on Mni Wiconi (Water is Life): Analyzing Evidence and Communicating Solutions (Community Stewardship). ILEARN Teaching Resources. Volume 8 (1): 224- 231; DOI: https://doi.org/10.62812/RMMG4097