NASA: The Establishment and Purpose

This lesson plan aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the establishment of NASA and its purpose in conducting peaceful exploration of space for the benefit of all humanity.

Learning Outcomes

• Know the history of NASA and its establishment
• Understand the purpose of NASA in conducting peaceful exploration of space
• Can explain the benefits of NASA's exploration of space

Methodology

This lesson plan will utilize a combination of lecture, discussion, and multimedia resources to engage students in the topic.

Resources/Materials

• Textbook: NASA: A History of the U.S. Civil Space Program
• Online articles and videos about NASA's history and purpose
• Images and diagrams of NASA's spacecraft and missions
• Whiteboard and markers

Activities

1. Introduction to NASA's history and establishment through lecture and discussion
2. Group activity: Research and presentation on a specific NASA mission and its benefits to humanity
3. Class discussion on the future of NASA and its role in space exploration
4. Assessment: Short answer questions on NASA's history, purpose, and benefits