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Does assessing Earth Science vocabulary making your head spin? Test scholars' knowledge of revolving and rotating using an interactive tool. The movement of a new planet and its moon is in their hands, allowing them to explore and identify these two basic concepts.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use the discussion question at the end of the interactive as a class participation grade
- Have the class brainstorm other rotating and revolving relationships
Classroom Considerations
- Access the resource through a free CK-12 account
- Plan time in the computer lab for individual Internet access
Pros
- Pupils must type in the correct response, eliminating some of the 50/50 guessing between revolving and orbiting
- The graphics are simple and operate smoothly
Cons
- None