Space Race to Mars

Students will investigate current and potential impacts of the space program on citizens of Florida, relating this to the responsibilities of citizens to be informed and vote to influence tax-funded government programs. They will research the impact of NASA on the economy and ecosystems of Florida and weigh pros and cons of funding a program aimed at exploring Mars. Students will take a position and develop a commercial to convince the public to vote for or against funding this program in this integrated lesson plan.

Resource ID#: 199907 Type: Lesson Plan

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General Information

Subject(s): Social Studies, Science

Grade Level(s): 8

Intended Audience: Educators

Suggested Technology: Computers for Students, Internet Connection, Microsoft Office, Smart Phone/Tablet

Instructional Time: 45 Minute(s)

Keywords: Space, Florida, economy, space shuttle, NASA, space program,

Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan, Worksheet, Project, Text Resource, Student Center Activity

Instructional Design Framework(s): Guided Inquiry (Level 3), Argumentation, Cooperative Learning

Resource Collection: STEM Lesson plans - Grades K-5

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