Fundamentals of
Astronomy

Lesson 3: Ancient Astronomy

Instructions & Notes

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You should maintain a study journal for this course. This journal is certainly a critical element in your learning experience. But what is more, it serves as serves as tangible  verification of your commitment to learning the subject.(Free-Ed.Net cannot offer certificates of completion or letters of participation.)

Assignment 3-1 — Getting Started

Introduction, Questions to Explore

These features get you started with the lesson. The questions indicate the the level and quality of learning that you are expected to experience.

Assignment 3-2 — Reading and Researching

Step 1:

Open the Chapter Summary

Study this outline thoroughly. Read it through one time to get a feeling for the content. Then read it again, writing down key terms, names of people, principles, and processes.

Step 2:

Check your understanding of new terms by looking them up in the glossary:

Glossary of Terms for Lesson 3

Step 3:

Enter  the key words, names, and expressions from your notes into this Google search box. Explore the top-ranked Web sites you find, and expand your notes accordingly.

Assignment 3-3 —Testing Your Understanding

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Multiple-Choice Quiz

Assignment 3-4 — Summarizing Your Learning

In your personal study jounal, compose a summary of terms, expressions, names, principles, and procedures that strike you as being especially interesting or important. Take your time and demonstrate your mastery of grammar, composition, and general writing skills.

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