Binary Star Systems | Space Science Research Project Template | Digital + Print

Learning about binary star systems is important because they provide critical insights into stellar evolution, gravitational dynamics, and fundamental physics; by analyzing their orbital motions, astronomers can measure stellar masses and sizes more accurately—essential for refining models of how stars form, live, and die; studying binary systems sheds light on phenomena like mass transfer, the formation of neutron stars and black holes, and the triggering of supernovae, enhances our knowledge of galactic structure and aids in the search for exoplanets, ultimately advancing astrophysics and deepening our comprehension of the universe. Let's learn about it together.

This binary star systems science research project template (webquest) provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can help your students learn all about the topic of binary star systems. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well.

THIS BINARY STAR SYSTEMS SCIENCE RESEARCH PROJECT TEMPLATE CAN BE USED SO MANY WAYS:

• Useful for substitute (sub) teaching
• To extend students
• To increase scientific literacy in your class
• A weekly reading task
• Great as a lesson filler when class goes too fast
• To inspire students on a particular topic
• Give a selection of these articles for students to choose from

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THIS BINARY STAR SYSTEMS SCIENCE RESEARCH PROJECT TEMPLATE:

• 7 page Google doc image - textboxes teacher version with supporting appendix items
• 3 page Google doc image - textboxes student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes)
• 7 page Word doc image - textboxes teacher version with supporting appendix items
• 3 page Word doc image - textboxes student version with room to fill in answers (text boxes)
• 7 page PDF teacher version with supporting appendix items
• 3 page PDF student version with space to fill in answers
• 1 page 20 point rubric for self or teacher assessment in all three - Google doc, Word doc and PDF form

Please note: That the Google Doc / Microsoft Doc versions are images with editable text boxes overlayed on top and this is the most effective way to keep the article sleek and well-designed and also that students cannot change things significantly.