Living and Working on The International Space Station

Introduction

Have you ever wondered if you have what it takes to live and work in Space? A space station is a large artificial satellite on which people can live and work for long periods. It provides a place where long-term observations and experiments can be carried out in space. In the 1980's, the USA and 15 other countries began planning and building the International Space Station ( ISS). It was placed into orbit in 1998 and since then many other modules have been added.On board, astronauts and scientists from many countries carry out research and experiments in various fields of science.

Task

Your mission is to investigate the daily routines aboard the International Space Station. Learn how astronauts sleep, eat, exercise, work and spend free time.

Process

Visit the website -

http://www.nasa.gov/audience/foreducators/teachingfromspace/dayinthelife/index.html#.vcvwQv-1-m-Q

Explore the video topics and take notes about each part of the daily routine aboard the International Space Station ,

  1. When you have explored each topic, compare and contrast life in Space with life on Earth using the Venn Diagram provided. 
  2. Write a short reflection stating whether or not you feel you have what it takes to live and work in Space and why.
  3. Write down three things that really surprised you about life on board the ISS. Why were you surprised?
Evaluation

Your task will be evaluated on the quality of your written reflection, the content in your Venn diagram, and your depth of thought and level of effort in writing down three things that suprised you.

ACTIVITY 1 - Venn Diagram (20 points)

ACTIVITY 2 - REFLECTION (18 points)

ACTIVITY 3 - 3 SURPRISES ( 12 points)

Conclusion

So now you know what life aboard the ISS is like! Check out the following NASA links for more information on the many different careers available at NASA. It's not too early to start planning - there are ways to get involved now!

http://www.nasa.gov/audience/forstudents/5-8/career/index.html#.VCW1DGRdWe8

http://www.nasa.gov/audience/foreducators/fitexplorer/home/