Interactive Aquarium

The Copper Country Intermediate School District (CCISD) requested an interactive aquarium that would enable students with multiple cognitive and physical disabilities to learn cause and effect relationships. The device incorporates three switches, a steel frame and aquarium to achieve this objective. Controls and wiring are enclosed within the steel frame, enabling safe use of the device by all children. The aquarium utilizes visual, auditory and tactile effects, making it entertaining and educational for all students. The frame is mounted on caster wheels, making it easily portable and storable anywhere in the classroom.

Impact

Diane Selinger is the teacher at the CCISD who requested the device. She uses the device in her classroom as a play and learning tool. The students are learning cause-and-effect relationships, and other skills such as taking turns and playing together while using the device.

Funding

This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No. 0079969 and/or a Research Experience for Undergraduate supplement. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation. Switches were donated by Enabling Devices.