Peer reviewed
Direct linkERIC Number: EJ1147832
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2017-Mar
Pages: 6
Abstractor: ERIC
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ISSN: ISSN-0036-8555
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Modeling the Eclipse
Thornburgh, William R.; Tretter, Thomas R.
Science Teacher, v84 n3 p47-52 Mar 2017
This article describes a unit in which students investigate total solar eclipses, such as the one coming August 21, from several perspectives. It incorporates mathematical thinking and aligns with the "Next Generation Science Standard." This article refers to physical, virtual, and mathematical modeling. Various models and perspectives are used to help students visualize the solar eclipse.
Descriptors: Astronomy, Mathematical Models, Recreational Facilities, Lunar Research, Science Activities, Class Activities, Observation, Computer Simulation, Models, Units of Study, Science Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Secondary School Science, High School Students
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Secondary Education; High Schools
Audience: Teachers
Language: English
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