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Adult education astronomy homework
Seasons Google Form
This activity is aligned with science TEKS 8.7 A. This digital activity has students analyze different diagrams of the Earth and Sun to determine season, intensity of Sun rays, daylight hours, and month. This google form comes with 20 questions over 4 different diagrams and will grade for you!Love this resource? Follow my store to stay up to date with all my products!Let's Connect!InstagramFacebookPinterestCheck out more Earth and Space Resources
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4th - 12th, Adult Education
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Also included in: Earth and Space Bundle
High School Astronomy Crossword Puzzle Bundle (28 Puzzles!)
These astronomy crossword puzzle bundle will help your high school students review vocabulary in an engaging way. This bundle contains 28 crosswords at a discounted price!You will enjoy all of the following crossword puzzles:High School Astronomy Crossword Puzzles Volume 1: Foundations of Astronomy1) Foundations of Astronomy (scientific method, lunar eclipse, rotation, equinox, penumbra, solar eclipse, zodiac, parallax, constellations, theory, sidereal day, seasons, precession, phases of the moo
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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SOLAR ECLIPSES: A STEM KNOWLEDGE INDEPENDENT RESEARCH BOOKLET GRS.6-9, MG
This is an independent research activity booklet about solar eclipses. It provides a variety of activities: vocabulary segment, writing prompt, science fiction prompt, a quiz, an art activity, a word jumble, etc. Knowledge is power. Solar Eclipses are spectacular events in the celestial sky. In ancient times people often thought that eclipses were demonstrations of God's anger about mankind's behavior.Excelsior!
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6th - 9th, Adult Education, Staff
MY AERODYNAMICS PROJECT: THE WORLD OF PHYSICS, GRADES 5-8, MG, ASTRONOMY CLUB
This is an aviation project that can be done independently and graded. Use it for a grade when a student has been out sick, or for an astronomy club, too. It has the basic elements of aerodynamics. Teachers- Don't forget to pull out the answer key on the last page! Thanks ever so much for visiting and supporting our shop. Excelsior!
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5th - 8th, Adult Education, Staff
Celestial Sphere Worksheet
This worksheet will assess your students' understanding of the Celestial Sphere. This worksheet has 40 problems that cover every aspect of the Celestial Sphere. Understanding the Celestial Sphere is crucial for Celestial Navigation and for any Astronomy student. The ideas and topics for this worksheet are explained in my Celestial Sphere PowerPoint. Enjoy!
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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25x: Physical Science - Astronomy
Objective: Students will be introduced to the mysteries of the cosmos, fundamental laws of the universe, and skills applicable across various disciplines, while also gaining insights into the origins of life on Earth and the potential for life beyond our planet.Today’s Activities:Article: Exploring the Cosmos: The Importance of Astronomy in Our LivesReflection QuestionsDefine The TermsWord SearchCrosswordIncludes Google Slide with objective and today's activities list.One of the lessons in 25x
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
Gravitation: Newton’s Law of Universal Gravitation
This product contains everything you need for teaching mass vs. weight, gravitational fields, Newton’s law of universal gravitation and the acceleration due to gravity above the surface of the Earth. A great place to start before going on to orbital velocity, orbital height, orbital period and changes in orbital energy. At the top of the worksheets there is a link to videos from my Step by Step Science YouTube Channel. If your students need help understanding the concepts or completing the exerc
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Gravitation Bundle: Newton’s Law, Satellite Motion and Kepler’s Laws
TED Talk: Calculating the Odds of Intelligent Alien Life- Jill Tarter
In this engaging TED Talk, students will dive into the fascinating world of astrobiology and the search for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI). They will learn about the Drake Equation, a powerful tool used to estimate the number of technological civilizations in the Milky Way Galaxy with whom we could make contact. Through thought-provoking discussions on factors such as star formation, habitable planets, and the development of intelligent life, students will explore the complexities of estim
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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ASTEROIDS: ASTRONOMY QUIZ FOR H.S.& COLLEGE W/ANS. KEY
This is a factual t/f quiz about the world of asteroids. It contains interesting and pertinent information in astronomy. An answer key is provided. Thanks for visiting and supporting our humble shop. Excelsior!
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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TED Talk: A Needle in Countless Haystacks: Finding Habitable Worlds- Ariel Anbar
Explore the wonders of our universe with this captivating resource on space exploration and habitable worlds. Designed for high school and college-level students, this assignment delves into the search for extraterrestrial life, focusing on the key characteristics of habitable planets. Students will discover the significance of water, atmosphere, and distance from a star in determining a planet's potential to support life. They will also explore the complexities of identifying habitable worlds,
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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QUIZ: FACTS ABOUT ASTEROIDS W/ FREE SCIENCE WRITING RESEARCH PROMPT
This is a quiz about asteroids. It contains many pertinent and interesting facts about asteroids. Use this quiz for an extra credit mark in science, use it for a take home assessment, or for an open slot in a computer lab. An answer key is provided. (There are many asteroids between Mars and Jupiter!) Also, there is a free science writing research prompt attached about asteroids v. comets! Astronomy is amazing! It is our new frontier.
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
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THE UNIVERSE: AN ASTRONOMY QUIZ/ GRADES 6-12, MG, GIFTED & ASTRONOMY CLUB
This is an interesting quiz about the universe with pertinent facts. The universe appears to be expanding. Black holes are still an amazement, as well. There is so much to learn! Should astronomy be brought down to a lower grade in high school, rather than just a course in general science? Use this quiz for a homework assignment. Students can research the topics. This quiz has an answer key.Thanks so much for visiting and supporting our humble shop.
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6th - 12th, Adult Education, Staff
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MS-PS3-2
TED Talk: Why Can’t We See Evidence of Alien Life?- Chris Anderson
In this engaging and thought-provoking assignment, students delve into the mysteries of the Fermi Paradox and the search for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI). Based on a compelling TED Talk, students explore the question posed by physicist Enrico Fermi in 1950: "Why can't we see Evidence of Alien Life?" Despite the vast number of potentially habitable planets in our galaxy, the absence of evidence for extraterrestrial civilizations raises profound questions about the nature of life in the un
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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TED Talk: Whoever Builds Something Here will be Rich Beyond Measure- Fabio Pacuc
Take your students on a journey through the fascinating world of Lagrange points with this engaging TED Talk question set. In this assignment, students will watch a TED Talk that explores the concept of Lagrange points—rare places of equilibrium in our solar system where gravitational forces balance out, making them ideal for maintaining the position of objects with minimal energy consumption.This question set includes 15 thought-provoking questions designed for high school and college-level stu
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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TED Talk: How Many Universes Are There?- Chris Anderson
Take your students on an extraordinary journey through the cosmos with this captivating TED Talk-based assignment. In this assignment, students will delve into the mind-bending concepts of the universe's scale, from the unimaginable size of stars and galaxies to the mind-boggling possibilities of multiple universes.Based on a fascinating TED Talk, students will explore the vastness of the universe, starting with the size of our sun compared to other stars and the number of galaxies in the observ
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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TED Talk: Something Weird is Happening in our Galaxy- Ashkbiz Danehkar
Dive into the mysteries of our galaxy with this captivating TED Talk-inspired assignment! Explore the discovery of the Fermi and eROSITA Bubbles, two massive structures emanating from the center of the Milky Way, and the powerful events that created them.This assignment provides a detailed script explaining the origins of these gigantic gaseous bubbles and the high-energy particles within them. Students will learn about the Fermi Bubbles' emission of gamma rays and the eROSITA Bubbles' emission
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Stellar Parallax Worksheet
Stellar parallax is the apparent shift of position of any nearby celestial body against the background of distant stars. Astronomers use parallax to measure distances to nearby stars and celestial objects by using trigonometry! This worksheet contains 20 problems that deal with parallax. Each problem has been worked out on a key that is attached to the back of this file. This is a great way to have your students using real-life astronomical data to find the distances to stars. Topics:Basic Paral
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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HS-ESS1-4
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TED Talk: Distant Time and the Hint of a Multiverse- Sean Carroll
Dive into the mysteries of the universe with this engaging assignment based on a thought-provoking TED Talk! Students will explore fundamental concepts in cosmology, such as the nature of dark matter, dark energy, and the expansion of the universe. They'll grapple with questions about entropy, the arrow of time, and the possibility of a multiverse. This assignment encourages critical thinking and scientific inquiry, making it perfect for high school and college-level students studying physics, a
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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TED Talk: What is the Universe Expanding Into?- Sajan Saini
Dive into the mysteries of the cosmos with this engaging assignment inspired by a TED Talk on the expansion of the universe. Students will explore key concepts in cosmology, including general relativity, Edwin Hubble's groundbreaking observations, and the inflationary model. They will delve into the fascinating realms of string theory and brane universes, considering the possibility of a multiverse. This assignment challenges students to think critically about the nature of our universe and its
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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TED Talk: The Moon Illusion- Andrew Vanden Heuvel
Explore the fascinating world of optical illusions with this engaging assignment inspired by a TED Talk on the moon illusion. Students will delve into the centuries-old mystery of why the moon appears larger near the horizon than when it's high in the sky. Through the lens of optical illusions like the Ebbinghaus and Ponzo effects, students will uncover the complex interplay between perception, the brain, and visual cues. This assignment not only enhances students' understanding of visual percep
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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TED Talk: Could the Earth be Swallowed by a Black Hole?- Fabio Pacucci
Explore the enigmatic world of black holes with this captivating assignment inspired by a TED Talk. Students will uncover the mysteries surrounding these cosmic phenomena, learning about their formation, characteristics, and potential effects on the universe. From stellar mass black holes to supermassive ones at the center of galaxies, this assignment delves into the science behind these celestial objects and their implications for Earth. Perfect for high school and college-level students intere
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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TED Talk: Three Ways the Universe Could End- Venus Keus
Embark on a cosmic journey to explore the fascinating possibilities for the end of our universe with this thought-provoking assignment inspired by a TED Talk. Students will delve into the concepts of the Big Freeze, the Big Rip, the Big Crunch, and the Big Bounce, learning about the forces and phenomena that could shape the ultimate fate of our universe. Through engaging discussions and critical thinking questions, students will contemplate the nature of time, space, and the very fabric of the c
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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TED Talk: What’s the Smallest Thing in the Universe?- Jonathan Butterworth
Dive into the fascinating world of particle physics with this comprehensive assignment inspired by the TED Talk on the Standard Model. Students will embark on a journey to explore the fundamental building blocks of matter and the forces that govern them. From the electron to the elusive Higgs boson, and from the strong force to the weak force, this resource provides a detailed examination of the particles that make up our universe. Through engaging questions and thought-provoking discussions, st
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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TED Talk: The Dust Bunnies that Built our Planet- Lorin Swint Matthews
Description: Embark on a fascinating journey into the depths of space with this TED Talk assignment exploring the mysteries of cosmic dust bunnies. In this thought-provoking talk, students will dive into the world of interstellar dust clouds, protoplanetary disks, and the formation of planets.The TED Talk begins by transporting students back in time to the birth of our solar system, where an enormous cloud of dust and gas orbited a newborn star. Students will learn how these seemingly empty regi
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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