ASTR 301 - Searching for Life in the Universe

Institution:

James Madison University

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Description:

3 credits. Offered spring. A study of the search for life in the universe, with emphasis on teacher preparation. Topics include how life on earth can guide the search, conditions for life within our solar system, extrasolar planets that may be conducive to life, possible radio communications with other civilizations and technologies necessary for search. Significant time is spent developing student lesson plans. Prerequisites: GSCI 161, GSCI 162, GSCI 163 and GSCI 164.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.jmu.edu/

Phone Number:

(540) 568-6211

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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