Kepler's 2nd Law of Planetary Motion
This lesson uses a PhET Simulation to allow students to collect data on the orbits of planets around our Sun, then summarize and share their results. It is designed for students in Grades 9-12.
Lesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1tQejvKQ68UCUspaG8HXoJNot1qsNTZwv/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P2: Objects at a Distance Earth and Space Science E2: Earth & the Universe Technology 2. Digital Citizen 3. Knowledge Constructor 6. Creative Communicator Mathematics Measurement and Data (MD) Geometry (G) Number & Quantity (N) English Language Arts (ELA) Reading (Informational Text) Speaking & ListeningRelated Content
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