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Project Spectra! DLESE Reviewed Collection
http://lasp.colorado.edu/spectra/
From NASA Reviewed Collection
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This is an electromagnetic spectrum science program that incorporates engineering, math, and solar system data stories that use mission data to explain how light is used to explore the solar system. A set of foundational lessons accompanies the program, helping students understand spectroscopy at a basic level. The data stories include paper and pencil versions, as well as Flash-based interactives where students delve more deeply into the missions and science behind the data.
Intended for grade levels:
  • Middle (6-8)
  • High (9-12)
Type of resource:
  • For the classroom:
    • Classroom activity
    • Computer activity
    • Lab activity
    • Module / Unit
  • Visual:
    • Visualization - scientific
Subject:
  • Atmospheric science
  • Physics
  • Space science
  • Technology
Technical requirements:
Adobe Acrobat reader
Cost / Copyright:
No cost
Credits appears on images and near video. Reproduction of the images and video is acceptable if information appears as seen (i.e. courtesy of NASA GSFC etc.)
DLESE Catalog ID: NASA-ESERevProd-000-000-000-653
Resource contact / Creator / Publisher:
Contact: Erin Wood
LASP