Astronomy

Standard(s):

SAST2: Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information to explain astronomical observations made from the point of reference of Earth.

d. Use mathematics and computational thinking to explain the relationship between the properties of light and the vast distances in the cosmos. (Clarification statement: This includes but is not limited to the Doppler Effect, cosmological red shifts, parsecs, light years, and astronomical units.)

e. Plan and carry out an investigation to analyze the electromagnetic spectrum and spectroscopic data to obtain information about the inherent properties and motions of objects. (Clarification statement: Consider the use of diffraction gratings to analyze spectroscopic wavelength data along with other quantitative telescopic data.)

SAST4. Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information to describe the scientific view of the origin of the universe, the evolution of matter, and the development of galaxies. 

a. Construct an argument from evidence in support of the Big Bang theory. (Clarification statement: This includes but is not limited to the cosmological principle, cosmic microwave background radiation, and space-time expansion.) 

b. Use models to describe the conditions of the early universe that led to the formation and evolution of matter as well as the birth of the first stars and galaxies. 

c. Construct an explanation using indirect evidence to support the existence of dark matter and dark energy. 

d. Develop and use models to relate how galactic evolution occurs through mergers and collisions. 

SAST6. Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information to discuss how the past, current, and future explorations of space impact our investigations of the connections between cosmic phenomena and conditions necessary for life.

c. Construct an explanation for the existence and importance of habitable zones, habitable planetary bodies, and possible signatures of life in our own and in other solar systems.

Learning Target:

I can learn more about light, space-time, EM Radiation, Spectroscopy (done previously), and ways to detect changes in space.

Success Criteria:

I can learn about light, the Doppler Shift, Einstein's Theories of Relativity, and Cosmic Background Radiation.

I can learn about the Milky Way Galaxy and other types of galaxies.

I can learn about Cosmology and the origin and fate of our Universe.

Instructional Strategies:

Opening (I do): PIRATE PREP - None due to video and worksheet done in class dealing with math concepts. A great review for the ACT and SAT automatically!

We Do:

1. Prime Number worksheet connected to "Contact" video.

You Do:

1. Finish watching video: "Contact" (Deals with habitable zones, Einstein's theories of Relativity, contact from outer space, and other cosmology topics.)

Closing (We Check): 

1. Keep your notebook organized.
2. Work on any missing work or incomplete assignments due by Thursday, December 12th.

Differentiation Strategies:

Individual work - Prime Number worksheet

Individual work - Watch video

Group work - Discuss issues and things presented

Formative/Summative

Assessment(s):

(We Check)

Teacher check while in partners/group work

Address individual questions/concerns

Final Scrapbook Project due on Friday, December 13th.

Assignment(s):

1.   ALL missing work from October 29th to present date is due by Thursday, December 12th.

2.   Final Scrapbook Project is due on Friday, December 13th in class.