Big History

Ages 11–14. Can our current understanding of stars billions of miles away impact our discussions of modern-day issues on Earth? This class will demonstrate the interconnectedness of scientific concepts in history — specifically space and the formation of stars — with the ways people view the modern world. Students will trace the history of the cosmos and planet Earth and discuss how the changes in our understanding of outer space may relate to how we approach modern issues, such as rapid population growth, technology, science, communication, and transportation. 1 week.