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    Section 1: The Universe and the Solar System

    Assignment – Historical Perspectives

    Space Today Online
    http://www.spacetoday.org/
    Site includes current news events as well as lots of background information on all topics related to space and astronomy. There is information about the history of space exploration, as well as information about specific “Spacefaring Nations.”

    The MacTutor History of Mathematics Archive
    http://www-history.mcs.st-andrews.ac.uk/
    This site is generally about the history of mathematics, but there is a lot of overlap throughout history of mathematics and astronomy

    Assignment – Travel Guide to the Solar System

    Hubblesite
    http://hubblesite.org/
    LOTS of information and great pictures about the Hubble.

    Amazing Space
    http://amazing-space.stsci.edu/
    Educational resources for students and for teachers, based on the Hubble Space Telescope’s great discoveries.

    Space Today Online
    http://www.spacetoday.org/
    Current news events as well as lots of background information on all topics related to space and astronomy. There is information about the history of space exploration, as well as information about specific “Spacefaring Nations.”

    Mirlin Star/Planet Formation
    http://cougar.jpl.nasa.gov/HR4796/anim.html
    Graphics and a simple explanation of how a solar system is born. Includes a quick time animation.

    Lesson A: Dissecting the Universe

    The Science Creative Quarterly (Issue 2): Formerly Known as Pluto by David Martin
    http://www.scq.ubc.ca/?p=584
    An article about the demotion of Pluto with a twist of humour.

    Amazing Space
    http://amazing-space.stsci.edu/
    This site contains educational resources for students and for teachers, based on the Hubble Space Telescope’s great discoveries.

    National Geographic News
    http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/
    This site contains National Geographic news articles and pictures. Covers a wide variety of topics, including space and astronomy.

    Space Today Online
    http://www.spacetoday.org/
    This site contains current news events as well as lots of background information on all topics related to space and astronomy. There is information about the history of space exploration, as well as information about specific “Spacefaring Nations.”

    Lesson B: Stars, Stars, Stars

    Astronomy for Kids
    http://www.kidsastronomy.com/
    http://www.kidsastronomy.com/stars.htm
    This site allows the kids to explore the universe and do various lessons at a level of their choosing. The second URL is specifically on stars. The material is easy to read and fun to look at, as it has actual pictures. It also has games to play to enhance learning.

    Genesis Search for Origins
    http://www.genesismission.org/educate/diffangle/exploring/index.html
    Listen to audio stories by clicking to the left of the section on “Exploring Origins”. You need an audio player such as RealPlayer to play the clips.

    Lesson C: Views of the Universe

    Sky Stories
    http://www.virtualmuseum.ca/Exhibitions/Cosmos/english/rover/
    Sky stories from various cultures.

    NASA
    http://sunearth.gsfc.nasa.gov/eclipse/eclipse.html
    Comprehensive information about specific eclipses.

    Lesson E: The Sun's Energy

    SpaceWeather.com
    http://www.spaceweather.com/
    A site dedicated to “news and information about the Sun-Earth environment.” Includes current space weather conditions, explanations of space weather phenomena, and news items.

    NASA’s Imagine the Universe – The Sun
    http://imagine.gsfc.nasa.gov/docs/science/know_l1/sun.html
    This site contains basic information about the Sun with links to explore more detailed information.

    Space Today Online
    http://www.spacetoday.org/
    This site contains current news events as well as lots of background information on all topics related to space and astronomy. There is information about the history of space exploration, as well as information about specific “Spacefaring Nations.”

    Amazing Space
    http://amazing-space.stsci.edu/
    This site contains educational resources for students and for teachers, based on the Hubble Space Telescope’s great discoveries.

    National Geographic
    http://www7.nationalgeographic.com/ngm/data/2001/11/01/html/zm_20011101.3.3.html
    This site contains Information about the Northern Lights.

    Nordlys-Northern Lights
    http://www.northern-lights.no/   
    This site has pictures of the northern lights, including pictures taken from space.

    Section 2: The Earth and the Moon

    Lesson A: Motions of the Earth and the Moon

    GEOSCIENCE Animations
    http://esminfo.prenhall.com/science/geoanimations/animations/01_EarthSun_E2.html
    Watch an animation of the Earth tilting and spinning.

    The Moon’s Phases
    http://www.sumanasinc.com/webcontent/anisamples/astronomy/moonphase.html
    View an animation of the Moon at eight positions on its orbit.

    NOVA: What causes the tides?
    http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/venice/tides.html
    You will find here a really good animation and explanation of the forces involved in tidal activity on Earth. This site also provides answers to many questions about tidal activity.

    Lesson C: The Moon

    Nova Online: Explore the Moon
    http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/tothemoon/explore.html
    Panoramic views of the moon taken by Apollo astronauts. Also includes interesting stories and descriptions to go with the pictures.

    Lesson D: Lunar and Solar Eclipses

    NASA: Eclipse Home Page
    http://sunearth.gsfc.nasa.gov/eclipse/eclipse.html
    Gives listings of past, present, and future eclipses, and where they are visible from.

    Eclipse 99 (NASA)
    http://eclipse99.ksc.nasa.gov/index.html
    This site has background info and little known facts about eclipses, great pictures, and a very helpful FAQ section.

    Section 3: Technology: Moving Space Exploration Forward

    Lesson A: Space Technology

    International Space Station
    http://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/station/main/index.html
    Media and information about the NASA International Space Station

    Section 4: Space Travel

    Lesson B: Ethical Dilemmas in Space

    NASA Spinoffs
    http://www.nasa.gov/vision/earth/technologies/spinoffs_index.html
    Find out what NASA space research has done lately to improve conditions on Earth.

    Lesson C: Looking Beyond

    NASA – In Space Propulsion Technologies
    http://www.inspacepropulsion.com/
    Information on the latest technologies NASA is developing around space exploration.

    NASA: Where’s the Edge?
    http://science.nasa.gov/headlines/y2000/ast11apr_1m.htm
    An article describing how NASA’s Advanced Space Transportation Program looks at ways to turn science fiction into reality. Includes links to relevant sites.

    Space Travel Guide
    http://library.thinkquest.org/03oct/02144/future/intro.htm
    This whole site provides lots of information about space travel, and is easy to understand. At this particular URL you will find an introduction to many of new space technologies that are being developed, and links to more information about each.


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