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You may think NASA missions are just about science, but there are many ways to look at Genesis "from a different angle." The Genesis mission centers on, but is not limited to, the study of science. Mission information can be used to stimulate interest in language arts, mathematics, social studies, and fine arts classes as well. This section provides short activities in a variety of non-science content areas.

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Interdisciplinary Module
Destination L1: A Thematic Travel Unit
Capture students' excitement with this interdisciplinary, thematic module about the Genesis spacecraft's journey to L1.The Genesis mission centers on, but is not limited to, the study of science.The Genesis mission can stimulate student interest in language arts, mathematics, social studies, and fine arts as well. Here you will find a collection of activities in these content areas.

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Activities
BurnettLanguage Arts
Interviews, Resumes, and Biographies

A one-period activity on the biography as a literary form.
In the NewsSocial Studies
It's In the News
A culminating activity for a unit on 19th century European history. This could be used as an authentic assessment.

CareersSchool-to-Career
Life Skills and Career Explorations
A set of independent activities to promote career awareness and the importance of personal preparation, for use in any content area.

Exploring OriginsInterdisciplinary— Language Arts and Science
Exploring Origins
A full, culturally responsive module for an interdisciplinary unit that helps students understand the cumulative nature of scientific knowledge, starting with folk literature and ending with research proposals. Many aspects of the nature of science are investigated, while developing skills in language arts. The concluding activity is an authentic assessment.


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