Survey of Astronomy Curriculum Package

Name: Survey of Astronomy Curriculum Package
SKU: SOASCP
Price: 67.95 USD

SKU

SOASCP

Grade 9-12

Teaching Method

Traditional

Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.

Charlotte Mason

A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.

Classical

A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).

Unit Study

A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.

Montessori (Discovery)

A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.

Other

Other methodologies

Religious Content

Secular

Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).

Neutral

Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.

Christian/Religious

Faith-based or including instructional religious content.

Learning Modality

Auditory

Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.

Visual

Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.

Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)

Learns through moving, doing and touching.

Multi-Sensory

Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.

Presentation

Sequential

Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.

Spiral

Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.

Conceptual/Topical

Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.

Teacher Involvement

Low Teacher Involvement

Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.

Medium Teacher Involvement

A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.

High Teacher Involvement

Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.

Additional Materials Required

No other materials needed

Everything you need is included.

Other Materials Required

There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.

Other Materials Optional

There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.

Consumable

Designed to be written in; not reusable.

Non-Consumable

Not designed to be written in; reusable.

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Product Overview

Introduces high school Astronomy through a biblical lens
This 36-week course = 1 Science or Elective Credit
Optional Lab Credit with kit suggested in Teacher Guide (separate purchase)
A good telescope is highly recommended!

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Teacher Guide 1

Description

Everything you need for an engaging year of high school astronomy is included in this 36-week Survey of Astronomy course from Master Books. Students explore the cosmos through beautifully illustrated pages, fascinating content, and evidence that points to a young, created universe.

The package features Our Created Moon, The Stargazer’s Night Sky, Taking Back Astronomy, and the Survey of Astronomy Teacher Guide. Students will develop observation skills as they study the solar system, the night sky, the universe & cosmology, light & telescopes, celestial mechanics, sun & stars, tools of observation, and many special topics. A quality telescope is recommended.

Lessons are designed to take 30–45 minutes per day, 5 days a week. The Teacher Guide includes a suggested daily schedule with checklist, 3-hole-punched Worksheets, Quizzes, and Answer Keys. Parents may assign this course as either 1 science or elective credit. Optional lab kits are suggested in the Teacher Guide for those wanting lab credit (separate purchase).

Publisher's Description of Survey of Astronomy Curriculum Package

Survey of Astronomy grows your student’s faith as they discover the incredible design, scope, and awe-inspiring nature of the universe. This homeschool curriculum for high school students is beautifully designed and includes incredible illustrations, video presentations, fascinating text, and worksheets.

In Survey of Astronomy your student will:

Identify how the moon could only have been placed in its orbit by an all-knowing, all-powerful Creator
Learn the best ways and optimal times to observe planets and stars
Identify stars, planets, and constellations
Identify how the moon could only have been placed in its orbit by an all-knowing, all-powerful Creator
Discover how the phases of the moon work
Tour the universe
Explore numerous evidences that point to a young universe
Study the facts that challenge secular theories and models of the universe — how it began and how it continues to amaze the scientific community
and so much more!

Survey of Astronomy Curriculum Pack Includes:

Survey of Astronomy Teacher Guide

Suggested daily schedule—saving you time!
Worksheets
Quizzes
Answer Keys

The Stargazer’s Guide to the Night Sky

Explore the night sky, identify stars, constellations, and even planets as Dr. Jason Lisle guides your student in examining the beauty of God’s Creation with 150 full color star-charts! The Stargazer’s Guide to the Night Sky also now includes the FREE Stargazer’s Planisphere.

Taking Back Astronomy

Enjoy a breathtaking look at the universe in this comprehensive guide to the heavens as your student discovers the scale and size of the universe! With over 50 full-color, rarely-seen photos of stars, nebulae, and galaxies, students will study the facts that challenge secular theories and models of the universe — how it began and how it continues to amaze the scientific community.

Our Created Moon

For eons the moon has intrigued humanity. From its creation through the current issues of space exploration, the moon has been both a light in the night and a protective shield for earth, placed perfectly by God, regulating our seasons and keeping our atmosphere purified. Billions of dollars have been spent to reach its surface and discover its secrets—students will discover these secrets for themselves in this book!

Course Features:

30-45 minutes per lesson, 5x per week
Perforated, 3-hole punched worksheets
Recommended Grade Level: 9th - 12th
One year course to earn one science credit

Category Description for Survey of Astronomy

Thoroughly biblical, Master Books Survey of Astronomy is a captivating exploration through the field of astronomy. From the moon to the farthest galaxies, the wonders of God’s incredible universe will be discovered through the beautifully illustrated texts and DVD presentations, students will learn about the many scientific evidences that point to the biblical account of our created universe! Required components include Survey of Astronomy Teacher Guide with a suggested schedule, reproducible (for your family) worksheets and quizzes, and answer keys; Stargazer’s Guide to the Night Sky, Our Created Moon Book and Our Created Moon DVD, Created Cosmos DVD, and Taking Back Astronomy. A good telescope is highly recommended. Survey of Astronomy provides a one-year science credit at the high school level following the lesson schedule in the Teacher Guide.

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