The Sun's Layers and Features

This is a two day lesson that will teach students about the layers and features of the Sun. On day one, students will research and describe the layers of the Sun using websites. On day two, students will learn about the features of the Sun in a PowerPoint and then show the knowledge they have gained by completing a foldable ending with three critical thinking closure questions.
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General Information

Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 8
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, Internet Connection, LCD Projector
Instructional Time: 2 Hour(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Keywords: Sun, Sun's layers, Sun's features, Core, Chromosphere, Photosphere, Corona, Radiation, Convection, Sunspot, Solar flare, Prominence, Foldable, Thinking Map
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Presentation/Slideshow,  Text Resource,  Formative Assessment,  Student Center Activity
Resource Collection: FCR-STEMLearn Earth Systems

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