Reactions to the Heliocentric Model

Learning Target

I can construct an argument based on evidence to support the scientific claims made by the
heliocentric model.

Warm-Up

Reflect: How do you react when you learn that your previous way of thinking was wrong?

Mini-Lesson

Let's watch this video:

A kilogram is a kilogram, no matter what the object is. Why does the guy have a hard time accepting this truth?

Let's review our work from yesterday. 

Work Session

Let's look at the reaction to Copernicus' Heliocentric Model Links to an external site.

Read the article and take notes on the important events/actions that took place. You should develop a solid understanding of the back and forth between Copernicus/Galileo, and the Church. Please have these in your notes and ready for tomorrow. 

Closer

Partner discussion/recap of the article.