ASTR 430
Fall 2014
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| This course may be repeated for credit. |
| Certificates: Civic Engagement, The Study of Education |
| Course Cluster: Service-Learning |
Methods for effectively teaching astronomy at all levels from general public outreach to college level will be discussed. |
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| Credit: .25 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
NSM ASTR |
| Course Format: Seminar | Grading Mode: Credit/Unsatisfactory |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: ASTR155 OR ASTR211 |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (CIS)(CIVI-MN)(EDST-MN)(EDST) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: 90% or above |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Readings will be selected from journal articles in the Astronomy Education Review, chapters of texts, and scholarly websites as appropriate.
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Examinations and Assignments:
Each student will be required to lead a seminar discussion on a topic in astronomical pedagogy. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Attendance at all class meetings is required. The class will meet from 12:10-1:00 pm on Wednesdays. There may be a service-learning component to the course as well. |
| Instructor(s): Hughes,Meredith Times: ....R.. 12:10PM-01:00PM; Location: VVO110; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 40 | | SR major: 15 | JR major: 15 | | |
| Seats Available: 23 | GRAD: 10 | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 0 | SO: 0 | FR: 0 |
| Web Resources: Syllabus |
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