Figure 1 shows a specific sequence of content pieces that followed from student questions. In so doing, they encountered essential content in support of their experiments. The glue of analogy. A second problem platform supports the remainder of the content, which we presented during the second semester. Students were asked to design a Mars-like base for human habitation.
Analogy is a powerful tool for the creation of new science and also for learning.
By examining the atmospheric and geologic conditions on Earth, we develop concepts that can be applied to Mars. A sustainable design for Mars requires an understanding of energy transformations and conservation on Earth. Adaptation, selection, and evolution emerge as natural consequences of terra-forming Mars. Obviously, our second problem platform also provided us with many integrated activities. The rift of passive minds.