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"An attempt has been made in these pages to trace the evolution of intellectual thought in the progress of astronomical discovery, and, by recognising the different points of view of the different ages, to give due credit even to the ancients. No one can expect, in a history of astronomy of limited size, to find a treatise on practical or on theoretical astronomy, nor a complete descriptive astronomy, and still less a book on speculative astronomy. Something of each of these is essential, however, for tracing the progress of thought and knowledge which it is the object of this History to describe. " ... Read more

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"MADAME: I have dedicated none of my works, save Stella--offered to the liberal-minded, the free and generous friend of progress, and patron of the sciences, James Gordon Bennett, editor of the New York Herald. In this volume, Madame, I make another exception, and ask your permission to offer it to the first woman who consented to be enrolled in the list of members of the Astronomical Society of France, as foundress of this splendid work, from the very beginning of our vast association (1887); and who also desired to take part in the permanent organization of the Observatory at Juvisy, a task of private enterprise, emancipated from administrative routine. An Astronomy for Women[1] can not be better placed than upon the table of a lady whose erudition is equal to her virtues, and who has consecrated her long career to the pursuit and service of the Beautiful, the Good, and the True. " ... Read more

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"MADAME: I have dedicated none of my works, save Stella--offered to the liberal-minded, the free and generous friend of progress, and patron of the sciences, James Gordon Bennett, editor of the New York Herald. In this volume, Madame, I make another exception, and ask your permission to offer it to the first woman who consented to be enrolled in the list of members of the Astronomical Society of France, as foundress of this splendid work, from the very beginning of our vast association (1887); and who also desired to take part in the permanent organization of the Observatory at Juvisy, a task of private enterprise, emancipated from administrative routine. An Astronomy for Women[1] can not be better placed than upon the table of a lady whose erudition is equal to her virtues, and who has consecrated her long career to the pursuit and service of the Beautiful, the Good, and the True. " ... Read more

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This invaluable guide by noted educators Barbara Bourne and Wendy Saul is packed with experiments and space-related classroom projects. Illustrated throughout with striking full-color photos and helpful diagrams, this activity book is designed to educate, fascinate, and entertain. Color photos and b&w illus. ... Read more

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Sky Phenomena leads the student/reader from the stars as seenfrom earth, through the sun, moon, and planets, to the Copernicanrevolution, comets and meteors, and the Southern Hemisphere sky. Thetext includes mythological and historical aspects of the subject andhas numerous exercises for the student. The final chapter is a uniquecollection of poetry related to the stars from ancient India to moderntimes. Appendices include future astronomical events, technical data,materials and publications, and a comprehensive glossary ofastronomical terms.

Sky Phenomena is an unusual and practical guide to the sky as we see it-with the naked eye. The author leads us from the appearance of the stars as seen from Earth, through the Sun, Moon, and planets, to a deeper understanding of the Copernican revolution, comets, and meteors.

The text includes mythological and historical aspects of the subject, as well as numerous exercises for students, including an account of the Southern Hemisphere.

The final chapter contains a unique collection of poetry about the stars, from ancient India to modern times. There are also appendices dealing with future astronimical events, technical data, materials and publications, and a comprehensive glossary of astronimical terms.

Davidson tells us, "The purpose of this book is to help people take up a conscious study of what is our greater environment-the turning sky." Only when we have grasped the laws and principles behind the movements of the stars can there grow the enthusiasm and desire needed to observe more and observe more deeply. ... Read more

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A guidebook for anyone who enjoys gazing at the heavens
Sky Phenomena: A Guide To Naked-Eye Observation Of The Stars is a well written guide by Norman Davidson for the nonspecialist general reader seeking to observing the wonders of the heavens without the expense of elaborate or expensive telescopes. Individual chapters expertly cover various stars and constellations, the moon, eclipses, the planets, the Copernican revolution, comets and meteors, the southern hemisphere sky, and so much more. Appendices round out the simple guidelines and black-and-white diagrams with technical data, reference charts of astronomical symbols, star maps for observers at the equator, and much more. A superb guidebook for anyone who enjoys gazing at the heavens, Sky Phenomena is enthusiastically recommended for personal, school, and community library Astromony reference collections.
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Based on papers and posters presented by experts at a Special Session of the International Astronomical Union, this volume highlights the many places for astronomy in the curriculum. It covers relevant education research and "best practice"; strategies for pre-service and in-service teacher education; the use of the Internet and other technologies; and the role that planetariums, observatories, science centers, and organizations can play. It concludes by addressing how the teaching and learning of astronomy can be improved worldwide. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from School Science and Mathematics, published by School Science and Mathematics Association, Inc. on October 1, 2002. The length of the article is 2663 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Trailing Halley's Comet: transforming science, mathematics, and technology education through interdisciplinary collaborations in higher education. (Editorial).
Author: Dee Goldston
Publication: School Science and Mathematics (Refereed)
Date: October 1, 2002
Publisher: School Science and Mathematics Association, Inc.
Volume: 102Issue: 6Page: 241(4)

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This new workbook provides a wealth of fifty, 20-minute in-class tutorial activities to choose from. Designed for use in large lecture classes, these activities are also suitable for labs. Each activity targets specific learning objectives, such as understanding Newton's laws, Mars' retrograde motion, tracking stars on the H-R diagram, or comparing the properties of planets. Solutions are available upon request; please contact your local sales representative for additional information. ... Read more