There are many interesting questions to explore before the satellite is launched. These questions can be explored on line, giving students the opportunity to interact with college students, scientists and engineers around the world. Pre-college learners will "own" the satellite, and design it and its behavior. It will be the learners’ satellite. Pre-launch questions will provide the basis for many collaborative educational activities. Some pre-launch questions are:
Many of these questions do not have truly correct answers. They represent part of an experimental design, with its attendant compromises. This teaches much about the scientific method and group activities. Return to the Space Ball Document Index.
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