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Title:
Are We Alone?
Timing:
2 weeks
Driving Question:
How can I estimate the number of intelligent, communicating extraterrestrial civilizations might exist in the Milky Way Galaxy?
Project Description:
Students will research the Big Bang Theory, including the formation of stars and galaxies. Based on their understanding of the history, size, and properties of the universe, students will develop an estimate of the number of intelligent, communicating civilizations within the Milky Way Galaxy, and support their estimate with evidence and reasons.
Final Product(s):
Still thinking this one through. Perhaps developing a poster to be displayed in the hallways. Perhaps through a filmed, moderated discussion that could be shared online. Perhaps through providing speakers to be interviewed on KNET.
Essential Standards:
HS-ESS1-2. Construct an explanation of the Big Bang theory based on astronomical evidence of light spectra, motion of distant galaxies, and composition of matter in the universe.
HS-ESS1-4. Use Kepler's Law to predict the motion of orbiting objects in the solar system.
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