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Tried and True: Solar System in the Hallway
Thu, Apr 28, 2011 11:45 AM
Tried and True: Solar System in the Hallway
The abundance of background information on the misconceptions of the size of our solar system and the included lesson plan that is written with clear directions can be very beneficial to an Astronomy classroom. This resource helps the teacher understand that there are many misconceptions around-adults and students alike. With the teacher’s clear knowledge of any misconceptions, the lesson may go smoother with a result in fewer misconceptions around the world. The lesson plan is explained in depth to the teacher in the article surrounding it. This is very beneficial to the teacher as well because it helps guide the lesson and keep the students inquiring about other ideas.
I feel that all of the information included in this article, the teacher will be better fit to teach this lesson plan to a classroom filled with students as well as keep inquiry alive in the classroom.
Thu, Apr 28, 2011 11:35 AM
Emmy's Moon and Stars
I feel that as a teacher, this PDF file would be very beneficial to both an educator and students that are beginners in Astronomy. The Teacher’s Notes section was particularly beneficial to teachers. The section includes many resources for the educator to go in depth in their research to present to the students. The worksheet at the beginning of the file has the students critically think of a response. Their answers can help the educator to understand where the students are in terms of knowledge on the theme. The teacher will then know how to start her lesson. The file also includes information on standards and benchmarks that can determine whether the teacher will use this activity and when.
Overall, I feel that this resource can be a necessity for first year teachers who do not know where to begin when making lesson plans.
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