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Higher education astronomy projects
Planisphere Lab Activity: A Star Wheel for Constellation Exploration
Inexpensive and ingenious! Planispheres are a unique tool for learning astronomy: a make-it-yourself star map, adjustable for any time of night in any month of the year. They are designed to show the position of prominent constellations in the night sky. It's a low-tech way for Ss to learn the location (and thus give meaning to key vocabulary terms) of the horizon, zenith, meridian, ecliptic and celestial equator on the celestial sphere. This lab includes two types of planispheres: one for stan
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
, 5-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-1
Also included in: StayGiant Earth Science Bundle: Astronomy (space exploration)
OREO COOKIE PHASES OF THE MOON FOOD LAB
A popular lab, with a competitive twist! Educators, your students will have tons of fun learning/reviewing the phases of the moon with this engaging activity. Instead of simply cutting the cream out of each cookie, students will be tasked with a challenge (against their peers) for each of the 8 phases of the moon. I've also included a student version of the slides so that they can insert a photo of each phase they create. Why? Well, we all know that those cookies will not last very long at the e
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2nd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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NGSS:
MS-ESS1-1
Layers of the Sun Foldable Research Activity
Have your students learn all about the layers of the Sun! From the core to the corona, this foldable activity will have your students researching the complex processes and inner workings of our home star. This activity allows students an opportunity to express their research through a creative, tactile, and visually-appealing activity! Can be completed independently or in partners.
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Solar System Brochure Project
Students will love this engaging solar system travel project! Students work together to research the planets in our solar system and try to convince classmates that their planet is the most desirable destination in our solar system! This purchase includes: Solar System Travel Brochure directionsPlanet data table for students Complete answer key Project Rubric Destination voting cards
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Astronomy Research Projects Bundle
This Bundle will allow students to research different aspects of our universe from Ancient Observatories from our Planet, to Properties of the Planets in our Solar system and researching depth the life cycle and classification of Stars. More in depth look at the projects click on the individual links below to each project.Astronomy - Ancient Observatory Project - Infographic Astronomy - Planet Research Project - Model and PosterAstronomy - Star Research Project - Digital PosterDon't forget to le
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Applications of Fourier Transforms Unit- The Simple Version
This unit is great for a physics, math, astronomy, or even multimedia classroom! It covers the applications of Fourier Transforms. Through this unit, your student will gain a better understanding of waveforms and how Fourier Transforms can help to manipulate those waveforms. Cristy's Multimedia is working in conjunction with the Slightly Professional YouTube Channel to create teaching resources to accompany the video series: The Simple Version. These videos are created by astronomy and physics g
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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NGSS:
HS-PS4-5
Solar Superstorm Apocalypse & The Destruction of the Internet
Solar Superstorm Apocalypse & The Destruction of the InternetSolar activity and critical technology are on a collision course. The power grid, satellites, underground fiber optic cable with copper sheaths, navigation and GPS systems, radio transmitters and communications equipment are all vulnerable. Large scale infrastructure is under assault and increasingly fragile. The economic impact of just one day of lost Internet connectivity in the United States alone is estimated to be more than $1
Solar & Lunar Eclipses Activity Book
With the recent total lunar eclipse and two upcoming solar eclipses also observable in America in 2023 and 2024, I thought it would be a good idea to share some science behind these events. So I wrote a book on Solar & Lunar Eclipses with some fun STEM hands-on activities and made an accompanying video to enhance what's in the book. The video is 38 minutes long and I'll send you the link upon purchasing the book.
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
SOLAR SYSTEM PROJECT: ALIEN TOURISM CONFERENCE
Get your students engaged in the solar system by having them research about their planet and host a tourism event for their planet!This Solar System Project: Alien Tourism Conference is a great engaging activity to get students involved in the planets in our solar system. This project allows students to do a deeper dive in researching planets in the solar system (or planets outside the solar system if you want an extension) and display their understanding in a unique way. This is a great project
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3rd - 7th, Higher Education
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Components/Objects in the Universe Learning Menu/Choice Board w/ RUBRICS
************Editable Menu/Choice Board with Rubrics**********
Students can use this menu/choice board to describe components of the universe, including stars, nebulae, and galaxies, and use models such as the Herztsprung-Russell diagram for classification.
Differentiate students learning by allowing them to choose the products that they submit to demonstrate understanding. They must complete a horizontal row, diagonal row of three, or at least one from each column to get the 100 points needed
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Moon Phase Project
Students work in 8 groups to research one phase of the moon and its relationship with the Sun and Earth and create a display. They then rotate through the 8 stations to learn about each phase and fill out their Moon Phases Data Table. This is a great way for students to work together and learn about the phases of the moon in a fun an engaging way that gets them out of their seats! This purchase includes:1. Phases of the Moon Station directions. 2. Data table for students. 3. Full answer key.
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Star Constellations 4 SURFFDOGGY
(16 pages) Students construct a 3D model of constellation Orion (or Scorpius, etc.). Materials used include beads, fishing line, cardboard, and fabric paint. This is a very cool project and can be completed individually or cooperatively as per teacher preference. Upon completion, students will have learned a great deal about astronomy: star types, Messier Objects, nebulae, light years, sky coordinates, RA, Declination, et. al.
Also, similar to activities 2 & 3, grids for researching and diag
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Star Constellations 3 SURFFDOGGY
(10 pages) This is the twin to Constellations Activity 2, and like it, can be used in several variations. First, students can do internet research and find information regarding the stars of the constellations Pegasus and Scorpius. Second, students can use provided data to plot the locations of all stars for Pegasus and Scorpius using celestial coordinates (RA, declination). Each star can be color coded according to its class. Then students can use the plotted stars to draw a sketch based on th
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Astronomy - Planet Research Project - Model and Poster
Our Solar System has always been an interesting topic during Astronomy. This Project has students research critical information on different planets within our solar system and can compare information on posters. Students can really compare and contrast all the planets within our solar system and as part of their project they will all have to communicate and have their model of planets scaled in the correct order. Included are all the answers that have been requested within the project so when i
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Astronomy Research Projects Bundle
Earth to Mars Physics Web Quest
Spice up your standard kinematics lessons with a Mars to Earth Web Quest. This web quest provides students the opportunity to research the differences and similarities between the way objects move on Earth and, our soon to be brother planet, Mars. Students will solve real issues between Earth and Mars transmissions, how objects fall, calculate projectile motion problems for both planets, understand the differences in air resistance, and much more. This assignment is a true challenge and should p
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Moon Phases Learning Menu/Choice Board ONLY-Editable
********************Editable Menu/Choice Board ONLY***************
Students can use this menu/choice board to demonstrate and predict the sequence of events in the lunar cycle.
Differentiate students learning by allowing them to choose the products that they submit to demonstrate understanding. They must complete a horizontal row, diagonal row of three, or at least one from each column to get the 100 points needed for completion.
This listing is EDITABLE but does not contain the pre-made rubr
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Astronomy - Star Research Project - Digital Poster
Astronomy presents many mysteries for students. This project allows students who have studied star classifications and life cycles and for those who want to study more about our stars and compare it to our very own Sun.In the form of a digital poster, gives the student to not only research critical information but to display it effectively and efficiently. All information found and calculations are asked for on a second page which includes citations. The project gives recommendations for student
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Astronomy Research Projects Bundle
Exoplanet Learning Menu
Learning Menus are forms of differentiated learning that give students a choice in how they learn. Each choice on the Menu encourages students to engage in an activity that requires them to actively research, learn, synthesize, and produce a product. This particular menu is a self contained Exoplanet activity.
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7th - 11th, Higher Education
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NGSS:
HS-ESS1-6
, HS-ESS1-1
, HS-ESS1-2
EDITABLE Science Choice Board: Stars and Galaxies
Choice Boards are a great option for both formative and summative assignments for students to explore and prove their understanding of science! Students choose from 8 different activities that appeal to all learners. All choices relate to their understanding of stars and galaxies.
Aligned to Next Generation Science Standards Earth & Space Science.
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Solar System Problem Based Learning Project
Students will create a project of their choosing that details a plan to study various objects throughout our solar system. This project consists of focus questions to get students on track, reflection questions, and a peer review for students to complete during presentations. All rubrics are included as well! If you need anything please feel free to reach out.
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Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-6
, HS-ESS1-4
, HS-ESS1-2
Model Space Station SURFFDOGGY
(7 pages) Use empty 2-liters to construct a Space Station! PVC pipe couplers are used to connect one module (2-liter) to another. We use this a cooperative project, with students enthusiastically working in small groups to construct their vision of our future in space.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Carrington Event Activity
Another Carrington Event in present day would devastate our technological advancements and strip us of the luxuries we trust to have on a daily basis. Such things as electricity, internet, cell phones......GONE in the blink of an eye. This is an interactive activity which blends the past with the present; challenge the students to think outside of the box. What would the world look like if we had a solar flare like the one in 1859 again? Are we too dependent on technology?
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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How to Build a Telescope
The Complete Guide to Building Your Own 8-inch Telescope gives step-by-step instructions using hundreds of illustrations on how you and your students can build a powerful telescope using simple tools available in every wood shop. Everything you need to know is covered fully, including how to use and maintain the new telescope. It's a great project uniting science, math, history, wood shop, and many others as an interdisciplinary unit. The astronomical views while observing through this telescope
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Astronomy Research Presentation Project
The "Astronomy Research Presentation Project" is a great way to incorporate new and interesting topics into any science course and to facilitate interdisciplinary skills such as: internet searches, reliable/academic research, public speaking, organization, etc. This project consists of students individually learning about current astronomy research and then giving a PowerPoint presentation to the class. Students enjoy the freedom of choosing their own topic and learning about really exciting top
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Grades:
9th - 12th, Higher Education
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