EDSC 5162G - Sp Sc Teach: Star, Gal & Univ

Institution:

Georgia Southern University

Subject:

EDSC Sci for Teachers

Description:

A study of stars, galaxies and the nature of the Universe to provide a framework for teachers to introduce or enhance a performancebased space science in K-12 education. Students will also develop an understanding of the history, methods and physics used to construct the modern view of the Universe. Topics include the Sun, the Sun-Earth connection, the Milky Way, special relativity, gravity and black holes, stars and stellar evolution, galaxies and the formation of modern cosmology, dark matter, dark energy and the creation and evolution of the Universe, and the formation of the chemical elements.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.georgiasouthern.edu

Phone Number:

(912) 478-5391

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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