Space: a positive human future?

Space exploration and innovation is expensive but can solve problems to create a better future for mankind. This week, help students explore news stories about space innovations and discuss which developments might have the biggest impact.

Published 05 October 2022

This lesson is more than 2 years old. Please check the facts before teaching to ensure they are up-to-date and still correct.

Use this one-hour Headline lesson to help your students:

  • Deepen their understanding about space innovations in the news
  • Discuss whether space exploration is a good use of time and money
  • Explore what a "positive human future" would be like

These teaching resources are supported by The PA Foundation. The Economist Educational Foundation maintained full editorial control.

This resource was created as part of Festival 2022. See the student discussions here.

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