Audience
Educators
Grade Levels
Grades 5-8
Subject
Computer Science, Space Science, Technology, Waves, Light, Telescopes, Communication, Photography and Imaging
Type
Lesson Plans / Activities
The lessons in this unit demonstrate the imaging process of astronomical satellites such as the Hubble Space Telescope. The Magic Wand activity shows how images can be divided and reassembled. The Color activity shows how astronomy satellites collect color data and how that data can be reassembled on the ground. The Binary Number and Paint by the Numbers activities familiarize students with the process of data transmission to Earth and its re-assembly into images. Reproducible student sheets are included.
Down to Earth Unit [469KB PDF file]
This unit of study is part of the Space-Based Astronomy Educator Guide.