Astronomy Principals
Course Id:   2440
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InstitutionzzzThe VHS Collaborative (SB)
SubjectSciences Electives
Education LevelHigh School
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Course Description
This course is an introduction to astronomy. Student will learn how to observe the sky we see and how it appears to change over time. Then they will learn more about the planets of our solar system and the structure and life of stars. Lastly students will study the Milky Way galaxy as well as those beyond and end by looking to the future.



Student will be evaluated on weekly contributions to discussions, reading assignments, regular observation assignments in their Sky Watch journal and other activities and assignments. Activities will involve virtual labs, web inquiries, and using planetarium software. There will be a mid-term and final project.



This is considered an Honors Level course.

Delivery Method

  • Internet
  • Real-Time Web-Based Teacher Access


  • Prerequisites
    Completion or concurrent enrollment in Algebra 2. Physics is recommended but not required.


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