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Activity 3.2.

1 Orbital Mechanics Historical Figures


Introduction

The study of orbiting bodies dates back at least to ancient Greece. Early efforts to explain how orbits worked centered on observations of the planets in our solar system. The pioneers of this work developed our understanding of how planetary motion works. They also laid the groundwork for developing our understanding of how we might exploit the orbit phenomenon to our advantage with manufactured satellites orbiting our own planet. The purposes of this activity are to gain an appreciation for these early orbital mechanics pioneers and to enhance your writing and presentation skills.
Procedure

1. In this activity, you will be organized into research teams. Each team will select or be assigned one of the historical figures below. a. Aristotle b. Nicolaus Copernicus c. Tycho Brahe d. Johannes Kepler g. Albert Einstein 2. Your team will organize into roles. One student will become the historical figure, another a critic, and another a narrator. 3. As a group research the contribution of each to orbital motion theory as well as reasonable criticism of the theory at the time. Your group will also research basic facts about the life and times of each contributor. 4. After completing your research, your group will prepare a poster with visuals, the major points of the theory as well as criticism, and a timeline of your historica l figures life. 5. Your group will prepare to present a mock discussion between the historical figure and the critic. The narrator will introduce the historical figure and the critic. The narrator will also present the date, political and historical climate at the time. They will also will maintain a professional discourse and interject additional information to maintain the presentation flow and audience understanding. Be sure each member of your team is well versed in each contributor and can respond well to questions posed about the historical figure. e. Robert Hooke f. Sir Isaac Newton

ORBITAL MECHANICS HISTORICAL FIGURES - PROJECT RUBRIC


EXPECTATIONS 10 points GREAT 8 points - ACCEPTABLE 6 points NEEDS IMPROVEMENT 0-4 points NEEDS MUCH IMPROVEMENT
Professional; Creative; Clear; Visuals; Citations; Group Information

Components Poster PROFESSIONALISM & CREATIVITY Poster - CITATIONS

POINTS EARNED

4+ sources cited in APA format ( 2+ different types); Information is in students words

Poster - THEORIES

All relevant theories of historical figure clearly presented All major criticism of the theories proposed is professionally and succinctly summarized Clear and accurate description of the life and times of the character, including where and when they lived, interesting facts about what else was transpiring during that period of history, etc.; Timeline is creative, easy to read, and succinct Date, political and historical climate clearly stated in introduction; Narrator catches audiences attention; Conclusion summarizes presentation well and leaves the audience satisfied but curious Clear description of the contribution of the character to orbital theory, including the state of understanding before that characters contribution Clear and accurate description of the life and times of the character, including where and when they lived, interesting facts about what else was transpiring during that period of history, etc. Presentation lasts 5-7 min

Poster - CRITICISM

Presentation - LIFE AND TIMES

Presentation INTRODUCTION & CONCLUSION Presentation CONTRIBUTION OF CHARACTER Presentation - LIFE AND TIMES OF CHARACTER Presentation LENGTH Presentation CONTENT QUALITY

Presentation was interesting and clearly presents necessary presentation elements, including identification of the character, life and times of character, and contribution of that character to orbital theory

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