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Astronomy

Solar System Model
Coding
Chapter 1 Observing & exploring space
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Chapter 2 Earth, Moon & Sun
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Chapter 3 Solar System
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Chapter 4 Stars, galaxies & the Universe
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Vlogs Set #1
Vlog #1-NASA and Fire Shelters
Vlog #2-Attack of the Cosmic Space Junk
Vlog #3-Dava Newman
Vlog #4-Origins
Vlog #5-Rocket Disaster
Vlog #6-What Color is the Universe?
​Vlog #7-Telescopes:From Kepler to Webb
Vlog #8-Top 10 facts about the Sun
Vlog #9-Space Elevator
​Vlog #10-Proxima Centauri-exoplanets
Vlog #11-Jupiter's moon water plumes
Vlog #12-ISS tour
​Vlog #13-SpaceX landings
​Vlog #14-Twin Study pt 1      /pt 2


Vlogs Set #2
Vlog #15-Twin Study pt 3
Vlog #16-The Equinox isn't what you think it is
Vlog #17-Supermoon​
Vlog #18-Space gloves
Vlog #19-What happens when a comet hits the sun?
Vlog #20-Earth-like planets
Vlog #21-Big Bang Theory
Vlog #22-Black Hole Power
Vlog #23-How many stars?
Vlog #24-Planet Minecraft
Vlog #25-Russian Meteor



​Astronomy
(M-F, 12-12:50 pm)
Access to Success
Fall  2016-Room 201

Instructor:  Christa Schoenfeld
Phone: 406-447-6385
E-mail: christa.schoenfeld@umhelena.edu
Website: accessscience.weebly.com
Office Hours:11:00-12:00 M-F or by appointment
Office: Room 004, lower level


Course Description :Intro to Astronomy is the exploration of the universe and its processes. Areas of study include advanced space technology, stars, constellations, planetary systems, solar system, galaxies, and the universe. Students will use inquiry skills including demonstrations, labs, lectures, activities and real-world experience.

Course Outcomes
1. Describe the relationship between the Earth, moon, and sun.
2. Explain how the contributions of the US space program and advances in technology have increased our current understanding of space.
3. Locate specific stars and constellations.
4. Describe the relationship between the solar system, galaxies, and space.
5. Compare and contrast the planets and planetesimals.
6. Explain what has been discovered and the impact as a result of human exploration of planets and space.


Required Texts/Materials
There are no required texts for this class, however, there may be required reading or internet study.  You will need to come to class with paper, pens/pencils, planner and three ring binder.

Attendance and Participation
Your attendance is expected.  Good attendance habits are also necessary in the development of sound character traits and for success in the work world.  Just like a job, you get “paid” for being here and participating.  I give 5 points per hour of class for participation and showing up.  If you are late, those points start to diminish.  If you don’t do what you are asked, those points diminish.  If you are going to miss class for ANY reason, you need to call me as soon as you know.  You cannot make up any work if you don’t call when you won’t be here.

Due to the intense nature of this class, your attendance is vital to your success. 

Note:If you miss ten consecutive HOURS of this class it will result in an automatic withdrawal before the withdraw date, or an F in the class after the last day to withdraw. NO EXCEPTIONS

Miscellaneous
This syllabus is subject to change. Please turn off cell phones during class.  If you are asked to put away your cell phone a second time in one class, your phone will find a new resting place with me until the end of class. If you are texting or checking your cell phone constantly during class, I may ask you to leave…it is rude and disruptive for you to have your attention elsewhere during class.

Grading Policy
90 – 100% = A    80 – 89%   = B    70 – 79%   = C    60 – 69%   = D  Below 60%=F

Homework, labs and projects will be assigned throughout the semester.

Grade Weights
40%o-Participation              40%-HW/Labs              20%-Tests/Quizzes/Projects



 







Astronomy Current Events

ASTRONOMY CURRENT EVENTS-Throughout the course of the semester, there are always new and exciting events occurring in Science. As part of your homework, 4 current event reviews will be required to be completed.
Review format
Write a 3 paragraph paper on an Astronomy-related article from a current magazine or newspaper. The article used must be a minimum of 5 paragraphs long. Each paragraph of your review should be 5- 7 sentences long. A bibliography must follow the paragraphs.
  • The 1st paragraph is a factual summary of the article. A minimum of one sentence for each paragraph in the article. Put the information from the article into your own words. Do not use terms or phrases that you do not understand, do not quote the article.
  • The 2nd paragraph tells which branches of Earth Science the article is related to. You must explain how the article relates to each branch. Astronomy is far reaching in its branches. Some of them include geology, astronomy, meteorology, oceanography, paleontology, and on and on.
  • The 3rd paragraph is a response to the article. If the article covers a controversial topic, write your opinion and support it. If the article is informational, relate the article to what you already knew about the subject, new information you learned from the article, what you found interesting and why.

Bibliography will contain: Title of paper or magazine, date of the publication, title of the article, author, page number. If the paper or magazine was from an online source, you also need the url and date accessed.


DUE DATES
    Current Event #1-9/23/16
    Current Event #2-10/19/16
    Current Event #3-11/18/16
    Current Event #4-12/9/16



Astronomy-Famous Scientist Project-


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Current Events Links


NASA
Space.com

Science Daily

Hubble

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