LEARN NC

K–12 teaching and learning · from the UNC School of Education

Goal 6

The learner will acquire an understanding of the earth in the solar system and its position in the universe.

Objective 6.01

Analyze the theories of the formation of the universe and solar system.

Resources aligned to this objective

Lesson plans on the web

Black holes
This Science NetLinks lesson introduces students to the science of black holes. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Science)
Provider: American Association for the Advancement of Science
Designing a space station
In this Science NetLinks lesson, students assess and evaluate a winning design plan that was submitted by students to NASA as part of the Space Settlement Design Contest. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Science)
Provider: American Association for the Advancement of Science
The expanding universe
This activity is designed to help students gain a deeper understanding of cosmology. Students develop authentic models and gather evidence supporting the Big Bang theory. This lesson uses observation, interactive media, and scientific models. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Science)
Provider: Burns Telecom Center