Mini Space Fair Requirements
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Due Date. Thursday January 19th
Why: To be able to explain how a variety of technologies have advanced our understanding of the universe and solar system (D1) and to analyze the implications of space travel (D5)
On January 14th we will have a day of technologies!
Here's what will happen: We will set up the classroom like a science fair (but it's not). On that day, you will present information on one of the technologies below.
-telescope
-spectroscope
-satellites (only discuss how satellites are used to understand the universe...nothing about tv or telecommunications)
-Mars Lander/ Mars Explorer
-space probe
-robotic device (like the Canada Arm)
-International Space Station
-Hubble telescope
-Space elevator
-space shuttle
-MIR
-unmanned space rockets
-astrolabe
You will need to build a model or diagram(s) of you technology, and maybe a small presentation of your findings (no more than 3 minutes in length). Also have two test type questions (easy, medium/hard) that are associated with your technology. This may be used on the space science test. Please share your questions with presented to people on the day of your of presentation to check their understanding
Your work will based on
1. The detail and neatness, proper labeling in the model or diagram (or better yet, both)
2. The description of purpose(s) for the instrument
3. Inclusion of information on what data have been gathered or what important work has been done to date or how the instrument can be used in the future
4. Clarity of your presentation
5. Interest level of audience in your presentation