Beyond Planetary Science

Mr. Brad Edwards, Sr.

A Web Quest for 7th Grade Science

Designed by

Mr. Brad Edwards, Sr.

bedwards@rahway.net

 

 Clip art licensed from the Clip Art Gallery on DiscoverySchool.com

Introduction | Task | Process | Evaluation | Conclusion | Credits |

Introduction

In this Web Quest, you will be learning about several features of the Universe that we did not study with the FOSS Planetary Science Module. Each of the things you discover in this Web Quest will allow you to have a better understanding of the Sun-Moon-Earth System that we have been studying since the beginning of the year.

The Task

This web quest will consist of a series of tasks. Complete each task for full credit.

Once you have completed this Web Quest, you must create a Beyond Planetary Science Portfolio that you will turn in to your teacher. Your PSP must contain the following items:

The Process

How should you approach completing this Web Quest?

List your links.

Evaluation

Your teacher will grade your PLANETARY SCIENCE PORTFOLIO.

Beginning

1

Developing

2

Accomplished

3

Exemplary

4

Score

 

A paragraph that discusses the possible scientific origins of the Universe.

Listed one possible scenario for the formation of the universe.
Listed two possible scenarios for the formation of the universe.
Listed at least two scenarios for the formation of the universe and identified the one most accepted by scientists.
Listed at least two scenarios for the formation of the universe, identified the one most accepted by scientists, and provided evidence supporting that theory.

 

One page that has a picture and definition of Open Universe, Closed Universe.

 

 

Only provided definitions.
Provided definitions and a picture of only one of the two types of universe.
Provided definitions and pictures.
Provided definitions, pictures, what may eventually happen to each, and arguments supporting our universe as one or the other.

 

An explanation of the terms RED SHIFT and BLUE SHIFT.
Only provided definitions.
Provide definitions and explain how we observe each one.
Provide definitions, explain how we observe them, and identify the evidence that supports the one scientists most support.
Provide definitions, explain how we observe, identify supporting evidence for one, and explain what it means if there's a shift from one to another.

 

A page that with pictures of the three different types of galaxies, a description of each, and the location of an example of each.

 

Just finds the names of the types of galaxies and the pictures.
Names of galaxies, pictures, and describes what they look like.
Names galaxy types, pictures of each, describes them and gives the name and location of an example of each.
Names galaxy types, pictures of each, describes them and gives the name, location of an example of each, and identifies the type of galaxy we live in.

 

A thorough discussion about comets. This discussion should include: how comets are formed, where in our galaxy are they most likely formed, the structural components of comets, how do comets travel through our solar system, and a brief description of 5 famous comets.
Define comet.
Define comet and list the parts of a comet.
Define comet, list its parts, explain where they are probably formed in our solar system, and describe how they travel through our solar system.
Define comet, list its parts, explain where they come from and their motion, briefly describe 5 famous comets.

Definition of a constellation and images and descriptions of a constellation significant to at least 3 different world cultures.

Definition only.
Define constellation and give three examples.
Define, give three examples, and associate examples to three different cultures.
Define, three examples, associate examples to three different cultures and explain the significance in that culture.

Write a 5 paragraph essay discussing the three most valuable things you learned through this Web Quest and why.

Minimal understanding of task, does not complete requirements, and provides only a vague reference to or no use of the project.
May address all of the requirements, but demonstrates a partial understanding of the task, and uses project incorrectly or with limited success resulting in a inconsistent or flawed explanation.
Demonstrates an understanding of the task, completes all requirements, and provides some explanation/opinion using situations or ideas from the project as support.
Clearly demonstrates understanding of the task, completes all requirements, and provides an insightful explanation/opinion that links to or extends aspects of the project.

List all links you used to gather your information.
Used only one site.
Used less than 5 sites.
Used 5 sites.
Used at least 10 sites.

 

Conclusion

By completing this Web Quest, you have explored several aspects of the Universe that we did not cover with the FOSS Planetary Science Module. With each new discovery, we are able to better understand the nature of the planets, solar systems, galaxies, and universe. Utilize your new understanding to ask new questions and explore new frontiers of astronomy.

Credits & References

Clip are used courtesy of Discovery School @ discorvery.school.com

Last updated on August 15, 1999. Based on a template from The Web Quest Page

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