This course on the history of astronomy aims to explore key astronomical events, ancient structures linked to astronomy, the power of observations and reasoning, and the contributions of giants in the field such as Copernicus, Galileo, Brahe, Kepler, Newton, and Einstein. The course teaches about ancient structures in various parts of the world and the importance of observations and reasoning in the field of astronomy. The teaching method involves lectures on key astronomical events, ancient structures, and the significant figures in the history of astronomy. This course is intended for individuals interested in the historical development of astronomy and the contributions of key figures to the field.
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Syllabus
Astronomy - Ch. 4: History of Astronomy (1 of 16) Key Astronomical Events
Astronomy - Ch. 4: History of Astronomy (2 of 16) Ancient Structures and Astronomical Links: Egypt
Astronomy - Ch. 4: History of Astronomy (3 of 16) Ancient Structures: Stonehenge
Astronomy - Ch. 4: History of Astronomy (4 of 16) Ancient Structures: Ajanta Caves, India
Astronomy - Ch. 4: History of Astronomy (5 of 16) Ancient Structures: Chaco Canyon, New Mexico
Astronomy - Ch. 4: History of Astronomy (6 of 16) Ancient Structures: Ahu Tongariki, Easter Island
Astronomy - Ch. 4: History of Astronomy (7 of 16) Ancient Structures: Wurdi Youang, Australia
Astronomy - Ch. 4: History of Astronomy (8 of 16) The Power of Observations and Reasoning
Astronomy - Ch. 4: History of Astronomy (9 of 16) The Power of Observations and Reasoning
Astronomy - Ch. 4: History of Astronomy (10 of 16) The Power of Observations and Reasoning
Astronomy - Ch. 4: History of Astronomy (11 of 16) The Giants of Astronomy: Nicolaus Copernicus
Astronomy - Ch. 4: History of Astronomy (12 of 16) The Giants of Astronomy:Galileo Galile
Astronomy - Ch. 4: History of Astronomy (13 of 16) The Giants of Astronomy: Tycho Brahe
Astronomy - Ch. 4: History of Astronomy (14 of 16) The Giants of Astronomy: Johannes Kepler
Astronomy - Ch. 4: History of Astronomy (15 of 16) The Giants of Astronomy: Issac Newton
Astronomy - Ch. 4: History of Astronomy (16 of 16) The Giants of Astronomy: Albert Einstein
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Taught by
Michel van Biezen
