1.  have gained a knowledge of facts, concepts and principles related to the major topics in astronomy, in other words become scientifically literate in some of the key concepts;
2.  be able to use and understand methods of science (science processes) as ways to acquire new knowledge;
3.  communicate the key concepts through the use of mathematical relationships, including tables, graphs and algebraic expressions;
4.  be able to process astronomy information and make responsible decisions regarding science and technology issues;
5.  be aware of how astronomy affects other areas such as law, politics, and the economy of a nation;
6.  communicate the knowledge gained to your peers and professors in both written, visual and verbal mediums.

1. Attendance is up to you.  However, you are responsible for what ever happened while you were gone.  (But before you skip see Grading below.) If you miss class I do not need to know why except for a long term illness. (See #5 below) Use common sense if it snows and you commute. I DO NOT consider Fox Park commuting!
2. Specific requirements include textbook reading, writing assignments, homework, evening observing session & attending a planetarium show.  Students are expected to be active participants in class activities and determining the focus and topics of discussion.
3. Grading - Exams - There will be two (2), they are comprehensive. Specific grade procedures are given with any other assignments.
4. Late work -  The highest grade late work can earn is an 80. It will lose 10 points each additional day it is late after the first day.  (Not class session).  After four (4) days it will not be accepted.
5. Long term illnesses require documentation from a physician.  I consider a long term illness to be one that requires a stay in a hospital, infirmary or prolonged bed rest.  I will recommend a drop if this occurs.
6. If you use a reference for any of the papers you write for me you must include a bibliography. It should be formatted as APA or MLA.

Exams                   20%
Sci Fi Stories         25%
LPs                       10%
HW                       45%    one assignment dropped
                            100%

1. General Magazines - read one current (less than 2 yrs. old) astronomy article that appears in a non science magazine. The original article must be at least 3 pages long. Write a short summary ( ~300-400 words). This will be graded in the following manner:
        Content - 3 pts
        Structure - 3 pts
        Grammar, spelling, and punctuation - 2 pts
        Readability - 2 pts
        Total - 10 pts
Due 3/16/04

2. Science magazines - read one astronomy article from a science magazine or journal.  Write a short summary (~ 800 words – two pages). The original article must be at least 4 pages long. This will  graded in the following manner:
        Structure, grammar, spelling, and punctuation- 2 pts
        Content - 3 pts
        Readability - 2 pts
        Difficulty of topic - 3 pts  ( Top of the line Journals get 4 pts - but beware!)  Total - 10 pts
Due 4/20/04

3. Astronomy Website Review – you will review and post to website a review of a website that deals with astronomy or astronomy education. One one person may review a given website. This will be posted to WebCT for all to view. You will need to attach a WP document that I can download and grade. The final copy of this review must be posted by 3/30/04. Yes if you are thinking of posting it earlier and you get feedback from other students that allows you to revise your thinking and/or writing feel free to do so. This will  graded in the following manner:
        Content - 4 pts
        Structure - 2 pts
        Grammar, spelling, and punctuation - 2 pts
        Readability - 2 pts
        Total - 10 pts

Scifi Review #1 - 4/6
Lit Review – Science  - 4/13
Scifi Review #2 - 5/4
Moon Observations - 5/13
LP – 5/18
Final 5/18 – 11 AM