Mapping the Surface of a Planet Teacher Guide

Subject:

Science and Technology

Institution Name:

NASA

Collection:

NASA

Grade Level:

Primary, Secondary

Abstract:

This activity guide illustrates how teachers can use planetary comparisons between Earth and Mars to teach basic geologic activities - i.e. volcanoes, impact cratering, layering, river processes, and crosscutting relationships to help the students understand a planet's history. This lesson is using current science results, as it contains actual orbital data from the Mars Global Surveyor mission. The lessons in this activity are aligned to the National Science Education Standards and help students to sharpen core skills such as observation, synthesis, and analysis processes.

Course Type:

Learning Module

Languages:

English

Material Type:

Activities and Labs, Teaching and Learning Strategies

Media Format:

Graphics/Photos, Text/HTML

Conditions of Use:

Public Domain
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