Lesson plan

Lesson Plan | Space Debris: Risks, Rules and Solutions

Grades 6-12

International space law was largely developed before today’s rapid growth in satellites and commercial space activity. As more nations and private companies place objects in orbit, space debris has become an increasing concern. In this lesson, students examine the risks posed by orbital debris, consider existing rules and guidelines for limiting it, and evaluate possible approaches to keeping Earth’s orbital environment safe and usable.