Interactive

Neutron Stars Interactive

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The universe is full of sources of energy. Explore the energy of pulsars with your classes through a simulation. An interactive lesson allows learners to manipulate the angle of rotation of both the earth and the pulsars. A real-time graph plots the radio energy readings as the angle changes.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Use exercises as exit questions to check for understanding
  • Create a specific set of instructions to guide learners through the interactive
Classroom Considerations
  • Expects a basic understanding of the rotation of the Earth
  • This content requires Adobe Flash to view
Pros
  • Includes a set of questions and solutions
  • Provides views from both the earth and the pulsar to give a better perspective
Cons
  • None