Solar SPRK: Mars Exploration Debate
Intended Grade Level(s):
6-8
Energy Content:
Learning Goal(s):
- Students will identify high quality scientific information through research that represents multiple sides of an argument.
- Students will communicate a pre-determined side of an argument verbally, using evidence to support their claims.
Unit:
Lesson Number:
3
NGSS Science and Engineering Practices:
Estimated Activity Length:
2 hours
Description:
Students will research and then debate about the value of Mars exploration through robotic and/or human missions using a debate structure.
Other Material(s) Used:
Computer
