http://www.youtube.

com/
watch?v=EtLcrYS13Hk
Starter
Look at the data in source A and answer the
following questions on whiteboards:
Identify one trend shown on the data.
Why do you think so much of NASAs budget is
spent on space exploration?


Ext: what are
the pros and
cons of space
exploration?
numeracy
What are the potential benefits of
Space Exploration?
LO:
To develop knowledge of
Space exploration
(AO1).
To discuss the view that
money spent on space
research is money well
spent (AO2).
Self review
Using the success
criteria given, rate
your current
awareness of this
topic out of 10.
Black/blue pen

Use the traffic light
cards to show
which level you
are at.


1-3
I know some facts about
space exploration and can
give some basic
viewpoints.
4-7
I can explain my views
about space exploration
using some examples to
back up my opinion.
8-10
I can discuss the issue of
space exploration in detail
referring to specific
examples and data.
Task
Watch the video.

Add any new information to your worksheet.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4s4AlG44EKc
LO: To develop knowledge of
Space exploration (AO1).
Peer swap
You have 1 minute to swap sheet with a partner and
add one new piece of information using your red
pen.

Can you now add any further information to your own
work?


LO: To develop knowledge of
Space exploration (AO1).
Task
Look at sources B, C, D and E.

Use your green pen to add further information to
your sheet.


LO: To develop knowledge of
Space exploration (AO1).
Discuss
LO: To develop knowledge of
Space exploration (AO1).
Is it morally right to do this
to our beautiful planet?

Facts/examples
Problems/negatives Opinions/viewpoints
Positives/benefits
Review
LO: To develop knowledge of
Space exploration (AO1).
Review
What score would
you give yourself
now?
Red pen

What have you done
so far to
demonstrate this?


1-3
I know some facts about
space exploration and can
give some basic
viewpoints.
4-7
I can explain my views
about space exploration
using some examples to
back up my opinion.
8-10
I can discuss the issue of
space exploration in detail
referring to specific
examples and data.
Data questions overview (Q1) 30 marks
Part Question Source used Marks
a) (i) Describe trend A 3
(ii) Explain A 2
(iii) Describe A 3
(iv) Explain A 2
b) (i) Describe B 3
(ii) Explain B 2
(iii) Describe B 3
(iv) Explain B 2
c) Discuss A, B and own knowledge 10
30
LO: To discuss the view that
money spent on space research is
money well spent (AO2).
success
criteria
What will I see in answer?
1 point fully explained, or list of
points, weak examples and
no discussion. (Level 3 - E/U)

2 points made, some examples,
some explanation, some
points link back to Q.
(Level 2 C/D)

3 points made, using specific
examples/data, fully
explained, 2 sided
discussion, links back to Q.
(Level 1 A/B)



1-3
I know some facts about
space exploration and can
give some basic
viewpoints.
4-7
I can explain my views
about space exploration
using some examples to
back up my opinion.
8-10
I can discuss the issue of
space exploration in detail
referring to specific
examples and data.
1 (c) Discuss the view that money
spent on space research is money
well spent. (10 marks)
1 (c) Discuss the view that money spent on space
research is money well spent. (10 marks)
Space research could eventually lead to humans
finding other planets that could be inhabited.





If this were to happen it could help solve future
problems of overpopulation and limited resources
on earth.

Therefore, in the long run, this research would be
money well spent.
P

E

E

L
This is why NASAs
spending on research
has rapidly increased
over a 5 year period.

For example, space probes
may discover a planet
with a water source and
liveable atmosphere.

1 (c) Discuss the view that money spent on
space research is money well spent. (10 marks)
Several answers to this question will be rotated
around the class.
You will have 2 minutes to add to the next part
of the answer before rotating again.
Points have been given you must add example,
explanation and link.
At the end of the task we should be able to
combine our answers to gain a full 10 marks!
LO: To discuss the view that
money spent on space research is
money well spent (AO2).
Peer review
(Level 1 A/B)
3 points made, using specific
examples/data, fully explained,
2 sided discussion, links back to
Q.
(Level 2 C/D)
2 points made, some examples,
some explanation, some points
link back to Q.
(Level 3 E/U)
1 point fully explained, or list of
points, weak examples and no
discussion.


As we read the
classes answer.

Write the level on
your whiteboard
along with WWW
and EBI
comment.

Review now show what
you can do individually...
Point
Example
Explain
Link
Discuss the view
that money spent
on space research
is money well
spent.
Final review
Fill in the final section
on your worksheet.

Use your traffic lights
to show the level
you think youre at
now.

H/W complete
answer in full
give yourself 10
mins.

1-3
I know some facts about
space exploration and can
give some basic
viewpoints.
4-7
I can explain my views
about space exploration
using some examples to
back up my opinion.
8-10
I can discuss the issue of
space exploration in detail
referring to specific
examples and data.
Facts/examples
Problems/negatives Opinions/viewpoints
Positives/benefits
Starter
Look at the data in source A and answer the
following questions on whiteboards:
Identify one trend shown on the data.
Why do you think so much of NASAs budget is
spent on space exploration?


Ext: what are
the pros and
cons of space
exploration?
numeracy
On whiteboard
Point Example Explain Link
Chelsea
Arun
Luke
.....
1 (c) Discuss the view that money spent on space research is
money well spent.
(10 marks)
Points that might be offered include:
we need to learn more about space to understand our planet
expanding human knowledge is a self-evident good
space research has potential spin-offs for everyday life in the future
a natural quest to see if any other planets are inhabited/could be inhabited
potential for mineral resources on other planets
the benefits are only relevant to a few
space missions affect the planet by increasing pollution
much of the cost is met by the taxpayer, and so savings on research could be
spent to
improve everyday life in other ways
the cost benefit ratio of space research brings the whole issue into question.
The points suggested above are only indicative and any other valid points should
be credited.
Level 1 (8 . 10 marks)
At least 3 points well made which show an awareness of the issues and drawing on specific
examples.
Answers will show clear development of the points made and discussion of the issues.
Both sides of the debate are likely to be addressed in order to reach this level.
Level 2 (4 . 7 marks)
At least 2 points are competently made with some exemplification.
There will be some exemplification and discussion.
A candidate who addresses more than two points without expansion or examples may
feature at the lower end of this band.
Level 3 (1 . 3 marks)
One well-developed point or a list of undeveloped points.
Exemplification may be weak.
There is unlikely to be any real discussion.
(0) No response, or no relevant information.
Points
We need to learn more about space to understand our planet
Expanding human knowledge is a self-evident good
Space research has potential spin-offs for everyday life in the future
Potential for mineral resources on other planets

The benefits are only relevant to a few
Space missions affect the planet by increasing pollution
Danger of space missions
Much of the cost is met by the taxpayer, and so savings on research
could be spent to improve everyday life in other ways
The cost benefit ratio of space research brings the whole issue into
question.