Book Title: Astronomy Today Fifth Edition by Chaisson and Mcmillan

GenNET Astronomy

Mrs. Malmquist

Fall Semester 2016

Room 103

Phone: 591-9540

Book Title: Astronomy Today Fifth Edition by Chaisson and McMillan

Course Description:

Students will study in depth many areas of space science including, Astronomy and the Universe, Our Planetary System, Stars and Stellar Evolution and Galaxies and Cosmology.

Course Objectives:

Compare our sun to other stars and star systems.
Explain common observations of the day and night.
Describe the position and motion of our solar system in the universe.
Explain how stars form and how they produce energy.
Explain how technology and scientific inquiry have helped us learn about the universe.
Demonstrate an understanding of how information is received through the use of technology—telescopes, radio telescopes, and instruments carried by satellites, space probes, etc…
Compare the major types of telescopes.
Discuss the problems we face when we use a telescope.
Demonstrate an understanding of how scientists determine a star’s temperature, chemical composition, luminosity, motion, and distance from the earth.
Describe the accomplishments and discoveries of the early astronomers.
Compare and contrast the Heliocentric Theory with the Geocentric and Compromise Theories.
Draw and describe the general physical characteristics of each type of normal galaxy (Hubble’s classification).
Discuss the various types of nebula and how they form.
Demonstrate an awareness of what has occurred in the American and Russian Space programs.
Discuss the advantages, advantages, and developments of the Space Shuttle Program.
Describe and compare the general physical properties of comets, asteroids, meteoroids, and satellites.
Describe the moon’s surface features and indicate a possible formation process for each.
Make a project, demonstrating something covered in astronomy.

What to expect in class: I expect every student to come to class prepared to learn. Students should have paper, pencil, their book, and other needed materials and be in their assigned seat when class starts. Also, you must always be on camera. You will be required to use Blackboard for course materials etc…

I follow the handbook on student discipline and rules must be followed.

Evaluation: I will use a variety of evaluation methods in this class. I will use participation, daily assignments, quizzes, tests, and projects to assess each student.

Delivery of Instruction: I use lecture and discussion, reading aloud as a group or individually, group assignments, small group assignments, and individual assignments. I use a lot of visual types of lectures including guided notes and power points. These make excellent study guides.

Grading Scale: 93-100% = A

90-92% = A-

87-89% = B+

84-86% = B

80-82% = B-

77-79% = C+

73-76% = C

70-72% = C-

67-69% = D+

63-66% = D

60-62% = D-

0-59% = E

Grades:

All assignments will be recorded as points; larger assignments will be assigned more points.
Progress reports will be sent home half way through each quarter.
Grades will be updated on synergy frequently, so parents are encouraged to check current grades often.
Semester grades are based on the following formula:
Each marking period is worth 40%, and there are 2 per semester
The semester exam is worth 20%
Semester grades are the only grades that are recorded on the transcript and count toward GPA

Classroom Rules

I expect you to come to class on time. The door will close when the bell rings. If you are not in the room at that time you will be marked tardy.

Be on camera at all times.

Make sure you have your materials for class including paper or pen, and other classroom materials. You will not be given a pass to go get materials.

You may have water, but no other food or drink.

Do not talk while the teacher or another student is talking. If you have a question please raise your hand.

Be kind and respect everyone in the classroom at all times.

You may leave the classroom only with the teacher’s permission and the hall pass. Passes will be used sparingly.

Do not line up at the door at the end of the hour, stay in seats.

The rules set forth in the student handbook will be followed in my classes.

I look forward to getting to know everyone in my class here at BentleyHigh School and my distance learning locations. I will enforce these rules to create an educational environment that will benefit everyone in our classroom. Not following these rules and/or disrupting the class will result in verbal warnings, calls home, detentions, and/or referrals to the principal. Please feel free to call or email me with any questions or concerns. Please sign that you have read this syllabus and send it back to school with your student.

Due date: Tuesday September 13th. This will be the first graded assignment.

Astronomy Syllabus

GenNET

Mrs. Malmquist

Due Tuesday September 13th

I have read the syllabus and understand the class rules.

Student Signature:______

Parent/Guardian Signature:______