Grand Museum Reopening: Hologram Project Guide

Project Objective

To creatively apply STEAM principles to design and construct a holographic display of a chosen artifact from the Grand Museum, while articulating the project's development, interdisciplinary connections, and societal relevance through a presentation and promotional materials.

Project Components

Each group will be responsible for the following:

1. Hologram Display

• Choose an Artifact: Select a historical or culturally significant artifact from the Grand Museum (real or imagined with clear description).
• Design & Create: Construct a physical setup that creates a holographic illusion of your chosen artifact.
  • Consider: Materials, size, clarity of the hologram, and how it will be displayed.
  • Tip: Research different hologram projection methods (e.g., pyramid projector for smartphones/tablets, Pepper's Ghost illusion).

2. PowerPoint Presentation (5-7 minutes)

Your presentation should clearly explain your project from start to finish and include:

• Problem & Solution:
  • Problem: What challenge does the Grand Museum face (e.g., making artifacts engaging, preserving delicate items, attracting new visitors)?
  • Solution: How does your holographic display address this problem?
• STEAM Integrations:
  • Explain how Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math were applied throughout your project.
  • Provide specific examples for each discipline.
• Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
  • Identify at least two SDGs that your project connects to (e.g., Quality Education, Industry & Innovation, Sustainable Cities & Communities).
  • Explain how your project contributes to these goals.
• 21st Century Skills:
  • Discuss which 21st-century skills your group utilized (e.g., Critical Thinking, Creativity, Collaboration, Communication, Digital Literacy).
  • Give examples of how these skills were put into practice.
• Engineering Design Process:
  • Walk through the steps of the Engineering Design Process (Ask, Imagine, Plan, Create, Improve) as they relate to your specific project.
  • What challenges did you encounter at each stage, and how did you overcome them?

3. Promotional Materials

• Flyer: Design an eye-catching flyer to promote the Grand Museum Reopening and your specific holographic exhibit.
  • Include essential information (event name, date, time, location).
  • Highlight the uniqueness of your hologram.
• Invitation: Create a formal invitation for a special guest (e.g., school principal, community leader, family member) to attend the Grand Museum Reopening and see your exhibit.
  • Ensure it includes all necessary event details and a compelling reason to attend.

Group Roles (Suggested)

• Project Manager: Keeps the team on track, organizes tasks, ensures deadlines are met.
• Research Lead: Gathers information on artifacts, holography, STEAM connections, SDGs, 21st-century skills.
• Design Lead: Oversees the aesthetic and functional design of the hologram and promotional materials.
• Technical Lead: Focuses on the construction and technical aspects of the hologram display.
• Presentation Lead: Organizes the PowerPoint content and rehearses the presentation.

Timeline & Deadlines

• Day 1 (Today): Project Introduction, Group Formation, Brainstorming Artifacts & Hologram Concepts.
• Next Steps: (To be determined by teacher for subsequent sessions) Research, Planning, Creation, Presentation Preparation.

Museum Hologram Project Rubric

Project Title: Grand Museum Reopening: Hologram Project

Warm Up: Grand Museum Reopening

Imagine you are in charge of reopening a grand museum that has been closed for a long time. What's one new and exciting technology you would use to make the artifacts come alive for visitors? Why?

Cool Down: One Big Idea

What is one big idea or initial thought you have about creating a hologram for the Grand Museum project? What artifact are you curious about?

Teacher Script: Museum Holograms: A STEAM Journey!

Warm-Up: Imagine the Future (5 minutes)

"Good morning/afternoon, everyone! To kick things off today, I want you to imagine something exciting. The Grand Museum has been closed for a long time, and you've been put in charge of its grand reopening! Your mission: make the artifacts come alive for visitors using technology. So, in your journals or on a piece of paper, jot down: What's one new and exciting technology you would use to make the artifacts come alive for visitors? Why? Take about 2-3 minutes to think and write. I'll ask for a few volunteers to share."

(Allow students to write, then call on 2-3 students to share their ideas.)

"Excellent ideas! It sounds like you're all already thinking creatively about how technology can transform our experience with history."

Introduction to the Grand Museum Project (10 minutes)

"Today, we're going to build on those exciting ideas because you are going to help with a grand museum reopening! We're embarking on an incredible STEAM project called Museum Holograms: A STEAM Journey!."

"Please turn your attention to the screen as we go through our Slide Deck: Museum Holograms."

(Advance to Slide 1: Welcome to the Grand Museum Reopening!)

"Welcome, future innovators and museum curators! Get ready to bring history to life with cutting-edge technology!"

(Advance to Slide 2: The Challenge: Bring History to Life!)

"The Grand Museum is reopening, and we need YOUR help to make it unforgettable! Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to design and create a holographic display of an artifact! We're talking about making history jump out at people – literally!"

(Advance to Slide 3: What's a Hologram Anyway?)

"So, what exactly is a hologram? Has anyone seen a hologram before?" (Pause for responses) "A hologram is a 3D image created with light that appears to float in space. Imagine seeing an artifact as if it were right there with you, in full three dimensions, without needing special glasses! It's a truly magical experience, and you're going to learn how to create one!"

(Advance to Slide 4: Your Project in a Nutshell)

"Here's a quick overview of what your group will be doing. Each group will: First, create a hologram display of a Grand Museum artifact. Second, develop a PowerPoint presentation about your project. And third, design flyers and invitations for the museum reopening. Don't worry, we'll break down each of these parts in detail."

Deep Dive into Project Requirements (15 minutes)

"Now, let's get into the specifics of this exciting project. Each of you has or will receive a copy of the Project Guide: Museum Holograms. Please follow along as I explain each section."

(Go through each point in the Project Guide, referencing the Slide Deck: Museum Holograms as you go. For example, when discussing STEAM, refer to the corresponding slide.)

"As you can see, this isn't just an art project or a science experiment; it's a blend of many different disciplines. That's why it's a fantastic STEAM project!"

(Advance to Slide 5: S.T.E.A.M.ing Ahead!)

"Let's quickly review how each part of STEAM plays a role here: Science in understanding light, Technology in using digital tools, Engineering in building your display, Art in the visual design, and Math in the measurements and scaling. You'll be using all of these!"

(Advance to Slide 6: Why Does This Matter? (SDGs!))

"Beyond just learning, this project connects to bigger global issues. We'll be looking at the Sustainable Development Goals, or SDGs. How can creating a hologram connect to these? We'll focus on how it contributes to Quality Education by making learning engaging, Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure by using new tech, and Sustainable Cities and Communities by preserving cultural heritage. Think about how your hologram can educate and inspire."

(Advance to Slide 7: Skills for the Future (21st Century Skills))

"This project is also a great opportunity to develop crucial 21st Century Skills. You'll be honing your Critical Thinking as you problem-solve, Creativity in your design, Collaboration as you work in groups, Communication when you present, and Digital Literacy as you use technology."

(Advance to Slide 8: The Engineering Design Process)

"And how will you tackle such a complex project? You'll use the Engineering Design Process. It's a structured way to solve problems, and it's not always a straight line! You'll Ask what the problem is, Imagine solutions, Plan your best idea, Create your hologram, and then Improve it based on feedback. This cycle of design and refinement is key to innovation."

"Finally, let's look at how your amazing work will be evaluated. Please take a moment to look at the Rubric: Museum Hologram Project. This rubric clearly outlines the expectations for each part of your project, from the clarity of your hologram to the quality of your presentation and promotional materials. Understanding this now will help you plan your work effectively."

(Briefly highlight key sections of the rubric and answer any immediate questions about grading criteria.)

Q&A and Group Formation (10 minutes)

"Alright, that was a lot of information! Now, I want to open the floor for any questions you might have about the project requirements, the presentation, or anything else we've covered. What's unclear? What are you curious about?"

(Address student questions.)

"Now, for group formation. I will either assign you into groups or you may choose your groups of [insert number] today. Once in your groups, your first task will be to brainstorm ideas for your artifact and some initial hologram concepts. You can also start thinking about who might take on different roles within your group, using the suggestions in the project guide."

(Facilitate group formation and initial brainstorming.)

Cool-Down: One Big Idea (5 minutes)

"To wrap up our session today, let's reflect on your initial thoughts. In your journals or on a piece of paper, please answer the question: What is one big idea or initial thought you have about creating a hologram for the Grand Museum project? What artifact are you curious about? Just one big idea for now. We'll revisit these next time."

(Allow students to write for 2-3 minutes. Collect journals/papers or have them prepare to share next session.)

"Thank you, everyone! I'm really excited to see the amazing holographic creations you'll come up with for the Grand Museum! We'll continue our work on this project in our next session."