When the ancients peered into the night sky they were fascinated by the celestial bodies…yet, they could only wonder about the world beyond. Today, we have the ability to land men on the moon and launch a space-based telescope that can capture images from the far reaches of our universe.
CORE ASTRONOMY examines the key points in the development of astronomy — beginning with Greek astronomer Ptolemy’s earth-centered paradigm to Copernicus’ introduction of a sun-centered solar system and Newton’s three laws of motion. Quasars, white dwarfs, neutron stars, pulsars and black holes are just a few of the celestial topics featured on this program.
CORE ASTRONOMY will be broadcast February 3, 2010 from 4:50 to 5:30 am. It is also supported by teacher resources including a teacher’s guide, a timeline and a blackline master quiz.
Since ITV programming will end on March 12, educators should plan to record this informative program for future use in the classroom.
Science SOL: PS.10, ES.2, ES.3, ES.4, ES.11, ES.12, ES.13, ES.14, PH.5, PH.12, PH.14
Tell us. . .What celestial events have you witnessed?
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