While creating the module content, we use an engineering method of solving problems.

A module is an interdisciplinary educational project carried out in 16-18 lessons that are regular classes conducted by science, technology, mathematics, computer science and art teachers. Its subject matter is compliant with the Polish Core Curriculum and it is integrated thanks to an engineering frame - a problem that students solve during the aforementioned classes.

• The school sends an email to the Foundation expressing its desire to join the programme;
• The Foundation contacts the school to determine the possibility of funding the school's participation in the programme; (Tłumaczenie do zaakceptowania)
• The school can apply for external funding itself (e.g. from its administrative district, a company or an individual donor), or it can do so together with the Foundation;
• The school management signs a contract with the Foundation;
• The school determines the members of the school programme team of the Gotta Get Engineering programme and appoints a coordinator who is responsible for communicating with the Foundation; the coordinator initiates contact with the Foundation by email
• The school programme team consists of teachers of STEAM subjects (mathematics, computer science, nature/biology/physics/chemistry/geography, technology, art). The interdisciplinary nature of the module requires that the school team is made up of teachers from a wide range of disciplines, which intersect in our module;
• The school team of teachers register for a training session to prepare for the implementation of the module in school, consisting of two workshops. Part of the workshop can be conducted online.
• Teachers apply by filling in the application form

• Workshop on the module content and educational basis of the programme - teachers learn about the principles of engineering activities for children and STEAM education, as well as ways to use a 3D printer in school. In this workshop, inter-subject teams of teachers also work on lesson plans, conduct experiments with engineering kits and plan the details of module implementation in their school;
• Workshop about 3D printing and modelling, as well as a workshop about the use of Arduino microcontrollers - during the workshop, teachers learn the basics of 3D modelling, they learn how to operate and use a 3D printer, in the case of the 'Houses of the Future' module, they learn the basics necessary to use Arduino in the classroom. The training is obligatory for teachers of computer science and technology, but we encourage all teachers implementing the module to participate in this workshop, which later allows better use of new technologies in lessons of various subjects.

The equipment and materials consist of:
Engineering kits - elements needed for experimentation, model construction, prototyping and testing. One set of the same elements is designed for a group of 5 pupils (the school gets kits for 5 groups of pupils from us). Each experiment is accompanied by instructions. In addition, we provide auxiliary elements for the kits.

The kits include:

• Elements for checking/observing a particular phenomenon,
• Elements for building models/preparing a prototype,
• Elements for creating measuring devices.
• Measuring devices.
• At the school's request, the Foundation can provide the school with a 3D printer fitted with PLA biodegradable polymer filament.

Teachers carry out the module as part of their lessons with lesson plans, engineering kits and a 3D printer.

Our modules:

• Class 4 "Mysteries of Green Roofs"
  The module 'Mysteries of Green Roofs' is an interdisciplinary educational project aimed at 4th grade students. The module is focused on the weather. During the lessons, pupils observe the weather, learn about its components, construct measuring instruments such as a hygrometer, anemometer or thermometer and discover the phenomenon of atmospheric pressure.
  The engineering theme of the module is that of energy-efficient and environmentally friendly buildings with green roofs. Students perform an experiment with one difference and find out whether buildings with green roofs are more energy efficient than traditional buildings.
• Class 5 "Most wanted - build a bridge with us!"
  During the module " Most wanted - build a bridge with us!", pupils step into the role of a bridge engineer. They investigate the factors affecting the strength of a bridge and the stresses arising in the construction. They test how to increase the strength of a material using reinforcement and prototype and build their own bridge models.
  The module culminates in a specially developed board game 'Bridges', addressing a range of important issues including finance, the environmental impact of bridges and sustainability. The module "Bridge wanted - build a bridge with us!" allows difficult issues to be presented in an attractive way, making learning fun.
• Class 6 "The houses of the future"
  The idea behind the module is to introduce the children to the idea of passive houses and to make them aware of how modern technologies allow us to save resources.
  During the module, pupils explore the construction of houses. They learn about the concept of energy and its transformation, and investigate it experimentally. They compare different energy sources, test different types of insulation and investigate heat loss. They learn to estimate and calculate the energy consumption of electrical appliances.
  Pupils also learn about the basics of programming, Arduino microcontrollers and program their own plant watering system. The module culminates with a specially developed game 'Houses all around', through which pupils consolidate their knowledge of green building, practise mathematical skills and entrepreneurship.
• Class 7 "Cars"
  Become a partner of our new module with the working title 'Cars' for class VII
  How do cars work? What is the future of this invention? How can we make them better not only for us, but also for our planet?
  Our module will help students search for the answers to these questions. "Cars" will take students on a fascinating journey into the world of engineering. Pupils will learn about the laws of physics that affect driving safety and the amount of combustion, traditional and alternative sources of propulsion, and the challenges that engineers and developers face in creating autonomous cars.

The programme provides an opportunity to collaborate and share experiences. Collaboration starts at our workshops, then teachers can continue it at the Forum of Teachers Embracing Engineering.

Many schools develop interesting original projects inspired by our programme. Seeing the children's involvement, teachers are implementing their own ideas related to engineering, STEAM education and 3D printing. Gotta Get Engineering promotes interesting initiatives and encourages good practice.

We have reached the conclusion. In many schools, the end of the module of the Gotta Get Engineering programme is a time for special events, such as presentations for parents, conferences for students, engineer days involving the whole school community. We try to participate in such events and write about them on our website and social media.
Each school prepares a module summary, which consists of the following:

• Summary presentation - a any format file in which the course of the module in the school is graphically presented. Teachers write down information about the lessons conducted and supplement it with photos and videos. It is crucial for teachers to remember to give permission for the use of pupils' images if they choose to include photos with children's faces. The presentation can also be used by the school to promote its activities on its website or social media profiles.
• Engineering Interest Surveys - a survey completed by students before and after the module. The survey helps us to assess the impact of our module on students' interest in engineering and science.
• Module Summary Survey - a short questionnaire where teachers give us their feedback on the module. With this information, we can improve and refine the lesson plans to better suit teachers' needs and school realities.
• The Foundation sends a 'School That Gets Engineering' certificate to schools that have prepared module summary presentations.