An educational, interdisciplinary game to drive a rover on Mars that underlines in a playful way the problems related to time-delay in communication in the exploration of the Solar System. With this simulation game, students will also understand the importance of team-working and planning, identifying the best strategy in for remote operations in the search for water on Mars.

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Astronomy benefits from and stimulates technology development

Astronomy benefits from and stimulates technology development

Source: AstroEdu – International Astronomical Union