Discussion

Watch the NASA Lecture Series presentation by Stephen Hawking: Why We Should Go Into Space (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. (24:56)

Reflect (about 300 words) on the questions that Stephen Hawking posed at the beginning of his presentation:

• Why should we go into space?
• What is the justification for spending all that effort and money on getting a few lumps of Moon rock?
• Aren't there better causes here on Earth?

Blog Reflection Instructions

Use at least three substantial facts (statistics, events, etc.) in your argument and cite the source where you found this information. You may discuss Stephen Hawkings' points as well, but you must use three additional sources for facts.