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PostPosted: Thu Oct 14, 2010 12:36 pm
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At hogwarts: Astronomy is the only field of study at Hogwarts that has a direct equivalent in the Muggle world. Astronomy classes take place in the Astronomy Tower, the tallest tower in Hogwarts, and are taught by Professor Aurora Sinistra. Lessons involve observations of the night skies with telescopes. No astronomy lessons are shown in the books, but plenty of references to them. However, Rowling describes one of Harry's Astronomy exams in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. Known student homework activities include learning the names of stars, constellations and planets, and their location, movements, and environments.

The teacher in here, however, shall be none other than Sparrow Byrne

Please do show them respect, for they are, or course, your teacher.


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PostPosted: Thu Oct 14, 2010 1:25 pm
Good evening everyone~! My name is Professor Lucia Snow, your new Astronomy professor. I have been informed that your old teacher sadly had to retire. My teaching style is very hands on, no boring lectures [like the ones I've heard Professor Binn's gives]. I hope you enjoy my class, and I look forward to meeting all of you.


Astronomy is a natural science that deals with the study of celestial objects (such as stars, planets, comets, nebulae, star clusters and galaxies) and phenomena that originate outside the Earth's atmosphere (such as the cosmic background radiation). It is concerned with the evolution, physics, chemistry, meteorology, and motion of celestial objects, as well as the formation and development of the universe.

 

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PostPosted: Thu Oct 14, 2010 1:29 pm
Rules:

~Respect is key in my class. No being rude to others. Harsh comments, hurtful, negative, or rude acts are not accepted.

~Pay attention and listen carefully. I will answer any questions you have.

~Doing your homework and participating in class is a must.

~No breaking the telescopes or any other objects I have in my class. If you damage something, you will buy me a new one.

~Don't be afraid to have fun :]


[[more rules will be added later]]
 
PostPosted: Thu Oct 14, 2010 1:33 pm
Syllabus:


First class:


Alright everyone.

Our first lesson would be a simple introduction to the study of astronomy.

Question- What IS astronomy?
 

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PostPosted: Thu Oct 14, 2010 1:39 pm
Helpful Websites:


http://www.astronomy.com/asy/default.aspx - A useful website for different astronomy topics, star charts, planets, and more.

http://www.astronomytoday.com/ - A website for up-to-date information covering the news of the astronomy world today.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astronomy - Even though I do not like wikipedia very much, it does have some useful information.

http://www.guardian.co.uk/science/astronomy - A website with good information and interesting reviews.
 
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PostPosted: Thu Oct 14, 2010 2:02 pm
Let's begin Our class then, shall we?
 
PostPosted: Thu Oct 14, 2010 3:25 pm

Hello, my name is PuddingCow! I can't wait to get started!


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PostPosted: Thu Oct 14, 2010 3:31 pm
Hello there PuddingCow :] Looks like you're my first student, welcome!
 
PostPosted: Thu Oct 14, 2010 3:33 pm

Thank you, I'm excited about this class, I've always loved the stars!



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PostPosted: Thu Oct 14, 2010 3:40 pm
They are beautiful to look at, aren't they? I hope my class isn't boring, for this is my first time teaching!
 
PostPosted: Thu Oct 14, 2010 4:03 pm

They are, I have a spectacular view from my cottage lake! 3nodding





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PostPosted: Thu Oct 14, 2010 4:07 pm
Oh, you must bring me pictures next time you go! :] I would love to see what the stars look like from that point of view.
 
PostPosted: Thu Oct 14, 2010 4:09 pm

I only wish my camera was that good! cry xp



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PostPosted: Thu Oct 14, 2010 4:12 pm
Oh dang. Technology. My camera's do not work very well either.
 
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