What does the atmosphere on Mars look like? This fourth lesson in the series of five is designed for high schoolers. Scholars apply previous knowledge to add atmosphere to Mars in an online simulation. This comprehensive lesson includes pre-activity discussion, computer simulation, and post-activity assessment.

Concepts

atmospheric pressure, surface water, planets

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Would work well in a flipped classroom

Classroom Considerations

• Student worksheet found through link provided under Advanced Preparation
• Students should read three articles before starting this lesson
• All students need a computer than runs Flash
• Prior knowledge required includes greenhouse effects, variables, and data tables

Pros

• Comprehensive lesson
• Applied knowledge using a simulator and connection to current NASA mission

Cons

• None

Common Core

RST.9-10.9 RST.11-12.9