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An Introduction to Astronomy
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An Introduction to Astronomy

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An Introduction to Astronomy

This free online course will explore the nature and characteristics of celestial bodies that lie beyond our planets.
Are you intrigued by what lies beyond our planet and galaxy? This course will help you gain an in-depth understanding of the universe and how it works. The course explores common celestial bodies from comets ... Are you intrigued by what lies beyond our planet and galaxy? This course will help you gain an in-depth understanding of the universe and how it works. The course explores common celestial bodies from comets to planets in our solar system and faraway galaxies. Learn about the Big Bang theory and how the universe might end. By the end of this course, you will have gained fascinating knowledge of the workings of our cosmos.
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What You Will Learn In This Free Course

  • Define ‘constellations’...
  • List three types of stargazing equi...
  • Describe how to use the celestial s...
  • Discuss the formation of the moon a...
  • Define ‘constellations’
  • List three types of stargazing equipment, their features and how they are used
  • Describe how to use the celestial sphere to navigate the night sky
  • Discuss the formation of the moon and the landscape features of the moon
  • Distinguish between meteoroids and meteorites
  • Explain the importance of the Earth’s atmosphere
  • Recognise the difference between asteroids and other celestial bodies
  • Outline the various types of asteroids
  • Analyse the anatomy of comets
  • Recall the theory and evidence that supports the idea of the ‘Big Bang’
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Krutarth G. Alison Graduate
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It taught me about the space and increased my knowledge of astronomy Thanks!
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Matthew G. Alison Graduate
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This was a good class! I learned a lot of amazing and fascinating information regarding Astronomy! It's a good class to take especially if you're interested in learning about Astronomy! I would highly recommend this class!
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Stacie H. Alison Graduate
Liked this course
The majority of the class was good. Adding in the Extraterrestrial portion was a bit much. I did learn new concepts tho.
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Michael D. Alison Graduate
loved this course
A brief look into astronomy quite easy to follow and quite easy to pass highly recommended course for any one interested in the stars and the solar system
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Abdullah Mohamed A. Alison Graduate
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Its brief introduction about the astronomy, useful to beginners
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