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Astronomy: Our Solar System - SCI-917A

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Explore the major events in the history of astronomy as you journey through our solar system through readings, multimedia presentations and observations. The goal of this course is to expand your understanding of the night sky through active investigations. As you strengthen your knowledge of the solar system, you will develop standards-based lessons and activities to enrich your own science curriculum. The rich, engaging environment of the online classroom will allow you to connect with other educators as you share resources, lessons, and ideas. The textbook, Astronomy, by Dinah Moche, must be purchased separately and Internet access is required. A print version of this course in a PDF portfolio is available for those students unable to complete an online course. Please contact the instructor to make arrangements if you would like this option.

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Instructor: Mary Bennett
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Email: maryebennett@sbcglobal.net

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Course Type: Online

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