Upon
completing this lesson, students will
be able to:
Chapters |
Objectives |
| Lunar Geology |
Explain the known geological history of the Moon |
| Recap: Apollo |
Describe the most important discoveries made on the moon during the Apollo program |
| Lunar Exploration Science |
Compose a list of scientific reasons to return to the Moon |
| Lunar Mission Scenarios |
Analyze the findings of possible water on the Moon and why it would be a valuable resource |
| Mining and Manufacturing on the Moon |
Describe mining and manufacturing facilities that could be built on the Moon |
| Space Tourism |
Draw conclusions on why a human tended base on the moon could be profitable for the advancement of science as well as for commercial ventures |
| Lunar Base Designs |
Describe the types of systems needed for life support of a permanent lunar base |
| Stepping-Stone to Mars |
Describe how the Moon could be used as a stepping stone to other worlds |
Click here to review state and national standards.
This
assignment will be graded using the rubric in the
mission of the lesson.
The following components are required for this lesson:
- Composing an essay on a design
of a lunar base
- Designing a graphic of the lunar base
- Solving the math problem by calculating the speed the Apollo spacecraft must travel in order to remain in orbit above the moon and the escape velocity of the Moon
- Completing the quiz
Students
are selected for the summer program based completion
of lessons, score of quizzes, quality of work and
timeliness.
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