Learning From Stars and Solar Eclipses Student Guide
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| Heliophysics Topics |
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| Heliophysics Missions |
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| Material Cost per Learner | Free |
| Language | English |
Through this learning activity series, students examine benefits and hazards of living with a star while exploring solar science concepts. Students describe and demonstrate how eclipses are used to study the Sun and its features, connecting celestial events to scientific discovery. The activities also investigate how our Sun serves as a model for understanding other stars and expanding our knowledge of the universe. This comprehensive series helps learners appreciate both the life-giving and potentially dangerous aspects of our nearest star.
Materials Required
Resources Needed Per Student:
- Student Data Sheet
- Computer/Tablet
- Internet Access
- Link to Learning From Stars and Solar Eclipses StoryMap
Directions
Remember to never look directly at the Sun without proper safety equipment.
- Using an internet accessible device, students open the link to the Learning From Stars and Solar Eclipses StoryMap to begin their exploration of this phenomenon.
- Distribute the Learning From Stars and Solar Eclipses StoryMap Student Sheet. Have students navigate on their own through the Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, and Evaluate tabs of the StoryMap to answer the questions and complete the activities on their student sheet.
Teacher Note
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