The Case for Space Exploration
Objectives
- To identify the benefits of space travel and exploration.
- To explore the role of space exploration in human transcendence.
- To understand why our species are considered “explorers”.
Key Concepts
- Space travel
- Astrophysics
Module overview
Why should we all care about space travel? What are the benefits of exploring the cosmos? Well, human beings are explorers by nature. We didn’t stay in the savannas; we didn’t stay in the caves; we didn’t stay on the continents; we didn’t even stay on our planet. We have always moved on – we explored – we colonised – we discovered – we invented. Space is our destiny.
In this module, learners will explore the significance of space exploration and it’s role in human progress.
Details
Skills
Futures Thinking
Citizenship/Stewardship
Big Picture Thinking
Cross Curricular programs and links
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