I teach aerospace technology in a south Tampa high school and have found that two things get any kid interested in doing the work (aside from the fact that they like aviation and space): clear expectations and putting their hands on the classroom technology.

I use a SMARTBOARD for buoyancy drawings and problems. They go to the board, do the math, move it around, pull up a web page for math use, etc. They stay engaged and look forward to being the next one up practicing.

Flight simulators reinforce our aviation curriculum....who doesn't want to play that, but they also reinforce the aerodynamics behind the flying.

Technology is great stuff if you can get the money for it and use it properly...otherwise, it's just a toy!

I enjoyed this video. The thought that students in this school district are instructed in aerospace technology, and use smartboards to enhance their learning, is a tribute to the district and most certainly, the high school in question.