Lesson Description

Explore how the Moon’s shadow is cast upon Earth during a total solar eclipse. Discover why this event is so unique while plotting the path of totality! Earn a limited edition Eclipse 2017 coin to commemorate this event.

Central Question: Why is Eclipse 2017 such a unique event?

Instructional Objective: Explain what causes the size and location of the path of totality during a solar eclipse.

Learning Outcomes

• Learning Outcome #1: Use a model to explore patterns in data to plot and locate the path of totality during a total solar eclipse.

• Learning Outcome #2: Use a model to test the effects of Moon (baseball) distance on the size of the shadow cast upon Earth (wall) during a total solar eclipse.

Prerequisites

• Solar eclipse

• Sun, Moon, Earth Arrangement

• Moon Phases

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