Galactic Discovery: Exploring the Wonders of Space
In this interactive 9 week course, students will learn the first semester of High School Astronomy including the history of astronomy, our solar system and the formation of stars.
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What's included
8 live meetings
7 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Homework is offered every week but it is optional. The homework will consist of worksheets, short essays, and labs. If the homework is completed and submitted to me then I will grade it and offer feedback. If a letter grade or number grade is requested then it will be assigned to the work otherwise the student will receive feedback on what was done well and what needs to be worked on.Assessment
Students will receive formative assessments throughout the 9 week class.They are optional and they are done as take home assignments. At the end of the 16 weeks students will receive a summative semester exam. Any student wishing to receive a grade for the class must complete the semester exam.Class Experience
This class will cover the basics of Astronomy. Optionally, parents may requests that students receive assignment each week which I will grade as well as tests and quizzes for each unit.T his class will be highly interactive and students will be encouraged to participate and ask questions. Class will begin with a warm up and an opportunity for the students to be creative.Then there will be a discussion where students will have the chance to interact with each other and myself. Finally, at the end of each class there will be a review game to help students master the material. No prior knowledge of Astronomy is necessary.
Learning Goals
Students will be able to identify and map objects in our solar system.Students will be able to compare and contrast competing geocentric and heliocentric models and understand the historical signifigance
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth by Chris Hadfield
Packing for Mars by Mary Roach
Astronomy Today 4th edition Prentice Hall
www.nasa.gov
Astronomy TEKS (Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills) Curriculum
www.space.com
Joined July, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate in Science
I have a Master's in Liberal Arts from St. John's College. I worked as Assistant to the Director of Laboratory Science at St. John's for 5 years and I have been a high school science teacher for the last 13 years. The last eight years I have taught Astronomy to well over 900 students.Reviews
Live Group Course
$15
weekly or $120 for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
3-15 learners per class
