Space Math IX

This collection of activities is based on a weekly series of space science mathematics problems distributed during the 2012-2013 school year. They were intended for students looking for additional challenges in the math and physical science... (View More) (View Less)

Keywords: Mathematics; Space; Real-world; Solar system; Astronomy; Space science

Audience: Elementary school, Middle school, High school

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Heliophysics

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Urban Sprawl

In this activity, learners will use satellite images of the San Francisco Bay Area to evaluate urban development in an earthquake-prone region. They will prepare an executive summary of their findings that incorporates diagrams or images. Links to... (View More) (View Less)

Audience: Middle school
Materials Cost: Free

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Earth Science

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Mars Bingo

This is a classroom bingo-style game about vocabulary and concepts related to Mars and Mars missions. A list of vocabulary words and their definitions is provided. Note: Find the latest information and updates on Mars missions at the NASA Mars... (View More) (View Less)

Keywords: Mars

Audience: Elementary school, Middle school, High school
Materials Cost: 1 cent - $1 per group of students

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Planetary Science

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Remote Sensing and Ground Truth Primer

This chapter provides background information to teachers about remote sensing. Topics include the electromagnetic spectrum, sensors and platforms, scale and resolution, geographic information systems, and ground truthing images. The reading is... (View More) (View Less)