“Problems in the

Universe” NETS for

Students Grade 6-8
An Exploration of Aspects of Planetary Systems & Practice
with Electronic Tools & Applications to Improve Student
Knowledge & Learning
By: Rolane Chen
 1. Gather data, examine patterns, and apply
information for decision making tools and
resources. (1, 4)
• Initially, have students
individually research a set
of questions about planets
in solar system, via the
internet.
• Then, have students
record their individual
data findings on
worksheets provided by
teacher.
2. Participate in a cooperative learning project
in an online learning community. (2)
• Then groups containing two
students or more will
compare their individually
recorded data findings
through electronic means.

• Either via Google Docs. or

the class Blog.
 3. Select and use the appropriate tools and
digital resources to accomplish and solve
problems. (3,4,6)
• Next, the same groups
of two or more
students complete
research using
internet,
create database
report, analyze
information, discuss
problem, word process
a solution to the
problem.
 4. Employ data-collection technology such as
probes, handheld devices, and mapping systems
to gather, view, analyze and report results for
content. (3,4,6)
• Finally, the same
groups take turns
completing an Excel
spreadsheet including
planet name,
estimated weight on
planet, actual weight
on planet. Create
graph. Analyze graph.
Collaborate with
peers.
 Works Cited
• #1544. Space Presents
Problems by: Melissa Cole
• http://teachers.net/lesson
s/posts/1544.html