Earth's Satellites
Phenomenon:
Earth has many satellites moving in three different orbits. Inner satellites move faster than outer satellites.
Student Task:
Construct an explanation for what causes a satellite to orbit Earth. Develop a model to describe patterns of motion for satellites in different orbits.
Model
Students develop a model to
Investigate
Students plan and carry out an investigation to
Obtain Information
Students read to obtain information about
Analyze Data
Students analyze and interpret data to
Explanation:
Exemplar explanation goes here...
Application (Optional STEM Project):
Students
NGSS Standard:
MS-PS2-4. Construct and present arguments using evidence to support the claim that gravitational interactions are attractive and depend on the masses of interacting objects (systems).
Utah SEEd Standard:
Grade 7 (7.1.5): Engage in argument from evidence to support the claim that gravitational interactions within a system are attractive and dependent upon the masses of interacting objects.
Recommended Teaching Sequence:
Day 1:
Day 2:
Formative Assessment:
Use what students have written in their science notebooks as a formative assessment, including
Do students understand that
Lesson Contributor:
Charles Matthews, STEM Coordinator, Park City School District