Students will use the Pythagorean Theorem to find missing lengths of a triangle, and be able to explain why the Pythagorean Theorem is helpful in real world situations.
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Students explore slope calculations by calculating glide slope of planes landing on aircraft carriers.
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Crater Formation slides that support the Lunar Explorer Training Unit
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Students explore Newton's Third Law of Motion through a gyro-chair activity.
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Students explore the concepts of positive and negative numbers through Newton's Third Law and rocket thrust, and other examples.
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The Apollo 15 astronauts were trained in geology and sampling techniques. Complete your own geology training by completing these activities to become a Lunar Explorer.
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Astronaut Scott Tingle talks to us about sounds in space and then “jammed” with host Marty.
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Astronaut Michael Good demonstrates how air pressure can help your karate skills.
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What do graham crackers and plate tectonics have in common? Find out with this hands on demo featuring NASA astronaut Drew Feustel.
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Join NASA Astronaut, and geologist Dottie Metcalf–Lindenburger as she teaches you about plate tectonics using graham crackers and icing.
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