The Drake Equation | Space Science Research Project Template | Digital + Print

Learning about the Drake Equation is important because it provides a framework for estimating the number of extraterrestrial civilizations in our galaxy. It encourages exploration of key factors like star formation rates, planet habitability, and the likelihood of life, refining our understanding of astrobiology and planetary science. The equation also sparks discussions about humanity's place in the universe and motivates the search for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI), bridging scientific disciplines and inspiring curiosity about life beyond Earth. Let's learn about it together with this amazing resource!

This Drake equation 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 Drake equation. For digital, you can provide a Google doc copy for ease of submission or a Microsoft word version as well.

THIS DRAKE EQUATION 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 DRAKE EQUATION 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.