Science & Nature
Summer Astronomy Mini Camp
Learn from a real astronomer the mysteries of the universe! Looking for a Fun Summer Astronomy Camp done Virtually, well this one's Out of this World! This mini version meets for two hours over two separate days.
120 minutes
per class
Twice per week
over 1 week
7-12
year olds
1-9
learners per class
per learner - per class
How does a “Multi-Day” course work?
Meets multiple times at scheduled times
Live video chats, recorded and monitored for safety and quality
Discussions via classroom forum and private messages with the teacher
Great for engaging projects and interacting with diverse classmates from other states and countries

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Available Times
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Description
Class Experience
Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to: A. Define basic terminology used in astronomy and the space sciences. 1. Planets & moons 2. Stars & constellations 3. Star clusters, nebulae & galaxies 4. Supermassive black holes B. Understand and state important concepts and principles. 1. Space exploration 2. Colliding galaxies C. Apply principles to scientific calculations. 1. Speed of light D. Interpret charts and graphs in evaluating scientific data. 1. Celestial coordinates E. Demonstrate skill in the use of instruments and scientific reasoning. 1. Particle accelerator
The provided PDF packet includes a Daily Observation Log and instructions to record actual observations of the night sky in your back yard or area free of too much light.
4 hours per week in class, and maybe some time outside of class.
Any book on astronomy, Astronomy and Sky & Telescope magazines.
Teacher
Kevin ManningWhere the ABC's of the Universe are brought to Light!
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Lives in the
United States28 total reviews
80 completed classes
About Me
Learn from a real astronomer! I teach exciting astronomy classes about different aspects of the universe using incredible photos, awesome video clips, and fun STEM hands-on activities. My passion about the universe really shows. • Astronomer and...