Abstract
The NASA photographs containing what appear to be animal skeletons have created a mystery that remains unsolved today. Because they generate questions and inquiries in many arenas, the animal skeleton pictures were used to help gifted students critically think about how these structures were created. Several additional exceptionalities common in most groups of students, including attention deficit disorder with and without hyperactivity and difficulties in executive functioning, were addressed through the lesson design. The exceptionalities were addressed through methods that could be used in any classroom while using the Mars Animal Skeletons to motivate and engage students. Incorporation of teaching strategies to accommodate these exceptionalities allows delivery of an engaging lesson that meets the needs of all learners.
Citation
Meyer, L., Griffin, R., & Butler, D. (2018). Exploring Mars mysteries in NASA photographs: Could some images be animal skeletons? Journal of STEM Arts, Crafts, and Constructions, 3(1), 78-92.
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