Problem Solving with Project Constraints

It's important to stay inside the lines of your project constraints to finish in time and under budget. This NASA systems engineer explains how constraints can actually promote creativity and help him solve problems!
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Subject(s): Mathematics
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators, Students , Parents
Keywords: NASA, Engineering, Yves LaMoth, engineer, systems engineer, budget, time limit, time constraint, problem solving
Instructional Component Type(s): Perspectives Video: Expert
Resource Collection: CPALMS Perspectives Videos - General

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