In this course, students investigate the history of astronomy and naked-eye observations. They examine the formation and evolution of the universe, stars, galaxies, and planets; use spectroscopic data to calculate the properties of stars and galaxies; and design engineering solutions to ease the difficulties of human exploration.
This course uses our Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes (KSA) model to give students the opportunity to develop both real-world 21st Century Skills and Social and Emotional Learning Soft Skills to develop college and career readiness.
Knowledge: Astronomy
Skill: Creativity—Creative Production and Innovation
Module 1: Welcome to Astronomy
Module 2: Evolution of Astronomy
Module 3: Observing the Night Sky
Module 4: Light
Module 5: The Solar System
Module 6: The Inner Planets
Module 7: Outer Planets and Moons
Module 8: Dwarf Planets and Minor Objects
Module 10: Cosmic Distance Ladder
Module 11: Colonization Project
Module 12: Stellar Evolution
Module 13: Black Holes and Exotic Objects
Module 14: Galaxies
Module 15: The Big Bang