Science

Theme: Astronomy and space exploration

Learning area: Space exploration
Learning objective: Understanding developments in the field of astronomy and space exploration
Learning outcomes: At the end of the lesson, students are able to:
1. describe the developments in the field of astronomy
2. describe the developments in space exploration
3. explain with examples the applications of technology related to space exploration and astronomy
4. justify the need to continue space exploration
Approach: Mastery learning
Suggested learning activities:
i. Discuss the following:
a. developments in the field of astronomy
b. developments in space exploration
c. applications of technology related to space exploration and astronomy
ii. Debate on the need to continue space exploration
Scientific Skills: Communicating
Thinking Skills: Analysing
Scientific Attitudes and Noble Value: Realising that science is a means to understand nature
Materials: LCD, transparencies, extra exercise
Reflection: