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Astronomy
Grade: 6
Subject: Science
Curricular Goal: Students will
identify ancient astronomers and their discoveries using technology resources.
Introduction:
Astronomy is the study of the stars,
planets, and other objects that make up the universe. Astronomers observe
the locations and motions of heavenly bodies. Beginning around 600 BC,
Greek philosophers and scientists developed a number of important astronomical
ideas. The early Greek astronomers knew many of the geometrical relationships
of the heavenly bodies.
Task: Students will discover....
1. What is the
history of astronomy?
2. What tools
did ancient astronomers use?
3. Who discovered
that the Earth orbits the Sun?
4. Who was the
first person to prove that the Earth rotates?
5. Who was the
first person to explain why the sun and stars move across the sky?
6. Who was the
first person to developed three laws regarding planetary motion?
7. What are
the laws of planetary motion?
8. Why did ancient
civilizations consider astronomy to be important?
9. Make a list
of astronomers and their discoveries/theories in a time-line format.
Process:
* Choose a partner
/ define your roles.
* Using the
web sites listed below, search for information.
* Anwser the
task questions to help you with your time-line.
* Create a time-line
Include on your time-line the following information:
astronomers name
date of discovery
what was discovered
tool used
* Be sure
to use some graphics and pictures on your time-line.
Resources:
You might want to consult some of
the following web sites:
Ancient
Astronomers
Ancient
Astronomers Nasa
Ancient
Greek Astronomers
Astronomy
History and People
The
Brief History of Astronomy
Evaluation:
Your time-line will be evaluated
as follows :
Accurate information
Logical sequence of events
Colorful pictures or graphics
Neatness and overall appearance
Advanced (Grade
A)
10 to
12 astronomers, date of discovery, what was discovered, and tools.
Satisfactory (Grade B)
7 to 9 astronomers,
date of discovery, what was discovered, and tools.
Beginning (Grade C)
4 to 6 astronomers, date of discovery, what was discovered, and tools.
Conclusion:
The webquest activity will
provide an overview of astronomical discoveries, as well as ancient astronomers
and their contributions. Students will have a better understanding
of how to use the internet through the use of astronomy webquest.
Authors: (Marcia Day and Rebecca
Moreno)
Created: (October 9, 1999)
Works Cited and Adaptations: Introduction
from Ancient Greek Astronomers; Task from Ancient Astronomers.
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