» Class room at the edge of the universe «
A stratospheric flight will provide your students with a unique platform to learn something in the STEM subjects. Your students will learn eagerly while working like real engineers or scientists, while working in small groups for the stratospheric mission.
Below we have some examples for the individual subjects which can be covered through a stratospheric flight.
Subjects | Suggestion for a lesson | |
Mathematics |
Solving equations Graph and functions Square equations Root expressions |
Calculation of the uplift and the amount of helium required Analyzing the flight curve and the collected values |
Physics Mechancis |
Archimedean principle Force Temperature and thermal transfer Gravitation Electricity and soldering |
Calculate the acceleration of the mass Principle and calculation for the parachute Calculation of the speed and sound Solder the power supply for the cameras Construction of the polystyrene probe |
Electronics Computer science |
Programming Recording the data and their evaluation |
programming of the data logger plug and play solution: Evaluation the technical data sheet of a data logger, recording of data and evaluating the flight |
Chemistry |
Material property of helium Organic chemistry |
How does helium generate boost? Influence of strong temperature changes on the experiment Extreme pressure changes Measuring the freeze point in relation to the air pressure |
Language/ writing |
Technical writing Scientific texts |
Research Technical data sheets |
Scientific methods | Part of every experiment | Drafting a question Prediction, test execution and analysis |
Biology |
Ecosystem extremophiles |
Live on mars or other planets Organisms in the stratosphere Tardigrade in space live under extreme surroundings |
Earth & Space |
The universe Jet streams Solar sytem Atmosphere Weather: Clouds, rainfall, wind, high-pressure areas Climatograms Environmental pollution Ozone layer, ozone hole The greenhouse effect |
Cosmic radiation Layers of the atmosphere The earth from above Identification of cloud types Pollution of the atmosphere Weather prediction and flight planning Ozone layer as UV shield Ozone layer depletion and reduction the ozone layer Reduction of the ozone layer by CFC, ozone hole Differentiation of greenhouse effect and ozone hole |
Law | Reading legal documents | Legal situation for a weather balloon uplift |
Communication Methodical competence |
Communication Technical literature detect and correct misconceptions Project management Presentation Creativity |
Teamwork Conclusions Learning form mistakes Boil complex facts down to the essential parts |
Advantages of the project:
- Extraordinary learning experience for your students in the field of science with an adventurous touch
- Multidisciplinary: Combination of different STEM subjects
- Combination of theory and practice: setting a objective with a strong practical reference
- Collecting competences in technical, organizational and methodical fields
- Klett provides the lesson material in different fields e.g. for the greenhouse effect or the ozone hole
- Use of various media: graphics, worksheets, scientific documents, videos, photos, news, formulary, data sheets, research with the computer, media for presentations e.g. powerpoint
- Possible to connect to your curriculum
- Marketing effect for your school and for the science field in general
Depending on the knowledge of your class, or their interests, the focus can be shifted from one project to another. The suggestions from above are intended to give a brief overview on various topics, which we are able to cover. Of course every topic can be adapted to your curriculum.
The most beautiful aspect of such a stratospheric flight is that the project has the potential to be highly impressive. It is an exciting project for your students where they will be able to demonstrate their skills and broaden their knowledge towards new insights.
» THESE SCHOOLS ALREADY DID IT «
If you are looking for exciting school projects, a stratosphere flight provides the ideal setting for various experiments. In our gallery, we have published some flights from other schools and private persons.