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11th grade astronomy resources for Prezi
Harry Potter Astronomy, Astrology, and Greek Mythology
This class is meant to show students the relationship between Astronomy, Astrology, and Greek Mythology, through the lens of the popular "British Wizard" series. We'll also cover the difference between astrology and astronomy (why one is a science and one is a belief), and gain an appreciation for how J.K. Rowling incorporated Greek Mythology and the constellations into her character creation. ▬▬▬▬▬▬ VIDEOS, ACTIVITIES, AND MORE ▬▬▬▬▬▬This course has six parts to it. Each part consists of a down
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: Harry Potter-Inspired Bundle: Videos + Extension Activities
Planetary Science with Star Wars Planets - Videos + Extension Activities
▬▬▬▬▬▬ COURSE SUMMARY ▬▬▬▬▬▬This seven part course covers over 100 planets in the Star Wars Universe and their relationship to real-life science. While Star Wars has a lot of fantasy elements, much of that galaxy far, far away was inspired by what scientists here on Earth have discovered about planets in our own galaxy! In this course, we'll examine each Star Wars planet and explore the science (or lack of science) behind the planet.Having extensive knowledge of the Star Wars Universe is not r
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Science and Star Wars: Planetary Science, Aliens, and Astrobiology
Which Star Wars planets and aliens are realistic? Which are a little too crazy for scientists to believe? Find out in this class, where we explore exoplanets, astronomy, solar system formation, astrobiology, convergence, diversity, and adaptation.▬▬▬▬▬▬ VIDEOS, ACTIVITIES, AND MORE ▬▬▬▬▬▬This course has four parts to it. Parts 1 and 3 consist of a downloadable video presentation (each about 60 minutes long) hosted on Google Drive. Parts 2 and 4 have some project ideas to expand the students’ und
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5th - 12th, Adult Education
Space Tourism Project
A fun and exciting project to access research skills and creativity in your students as they use digital AI tools to create a tourism posters and commercials for another planet or moon.
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7th - 12th
The Astronomy of Doctor Who - Videos + Extension Activities
Hop in the TARDIS for a wild adventure through the universe! Learn about the real galaxies Doctor Who has visited, the stars he's referenced, and where some famous Who aliens are from. In this class, you'll gain an even greater appreciation for the series, and a basic knowledge of the night sky to boot. While all students will learn about the stars and constellations from this class, for full enjoyment I recommend that they've seen at least a few episodes of Doctor Who first.▬▬▬▬▬▬ VIDEOS, ACTIV
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4th - 12th
Star Trek Astronomy - Star Chart + Self-Guided Prezi
The Star Trek Universe incorporates many real star systems and constellations from the night sky, including many places they visit, the origins of some alien species, and some key space colonies in the series. This class explores many of these references from the Star Trek shows and movies, while also educating on the science facts of the stars and their constellations. We cover 24 constellations and 42 stars in this course, spread out over four parts (mostly organized by viewing seasons). For
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Life Cycle of a Star
Use this handout to take notes on the life cycle of a star. Designed to be printed on 11x17 paper.
This handout is designed to go with a Prezi created to teach/review the life cycles of stars: http://prezi.com/pzeg2zskyo8z/?utm_campaign=share&utm_medium=copy
Based on Michigan Earth Science Standards.
Standard E5: The Earth in Space and Time-
E5.2 The Sun
Stars, including the Sun, transform matter into energy in nuclear reactions. When hydrogen nuclei fuse to form helium,
a small amount of
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8th - 12th
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Astronomy: Planet Project/ Rubric
This project was created for Jr/Sr level students. In the project students can choose from different types of media to present their information. The project is more than just researching facts, as it allows student to investigate current research as well. They must create an attractive presentation and follow all of the guidelines in the rubric. (The point values can be edited to better fit your classroom.)
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11th - 12th
Life Cycle of Stars Prezi
This prezi presentation reviews all the stages of stars from birth in the nebula to maybe a black hole. This presentation shows the different stages of a star's life cycle depending on its mass. Has colorful images with descriptions and characteristics of each stage.It is available in a compressed (ZIp) file for download. See a preview here
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6th - 12th
Paleontology
Great for the Great American Teach-in if you dont have anyone coming in to speak.I am paring this powerpoint with DIY Dino fossils that the students get to break apart and discover Dino bones. Has hyperlink to youtube video about how to dig up fossils.
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K - 12th
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