Create a project that presents all that you have learned about early astronomy, the Earth-Moon-Sun system, and the Moon. Be sure to cover all the questions below in detail. The project format is your choice, but I highly recommend you read the scoring criteria below.
Content:
Part 1:
How is the geocentric model of the solar system different from the heliocentric model, and how does retrograde motion support the heliocentric model? What are Kepler's laws? What is Newton's universal law of gravitation?
Part 2
What are rotation and revolution, and how do they impact us? What is the "reason for the seasons", and what do we experience as a result? What are the phases of the moon, and why do they happen? How are lunar and solar eclipses different? What have you learned about tides?
Part 3
What are the main features of the moon, and how did they form? How did the moon most likely form, and what evidence supports the theory?
Grades will be based on these criteria:
1. The project is complete. All content is covered completely and includes key details, all scientific vocabulary, and appropriate examples.
2. The project is organized. The content is presented in an organized way.
3. The project is visual. Images/visuals are USED to effectively show understanding. Visuals have very few words associated with them.
4. The project is high quality. It is obvious that great effort was put forth in creating the project.
5. The project is yours. It includes your face (if possible), and YOUR WORDS. Emphasis is on you using visuals to explain what you've learned without reading to the audience.
**This is a test of what you've learned, not a test of your ability to copy and paste or read. To maximize your score, consider a screencast or video instead of a slide show.