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Astronomy 101: Exploring Our Cosmic Neighborhood

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Astronomy 101: Exploring Our Cosmic Neighborhood

Astronomy 101: Exploring Our Cosmic Neighborhood course image
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5,000
Class experience

Class Experience

Ages 8-16

Join an interactive learning experience designed specifically for 8-12 years students. Our 12 week course combines hands-on activities, engaging discussions, and practical exercises to make learning fun and memorable. Each session is carefully structured to maintain engagement while building foundational knowledge and critical thinking skills. Students will work both independently and in small groups to explore concepts and apply their learning.

Available Schedules

1 time slot available

24 May 2026 - 9 Aug 2026

· Meets on Sundays

2:00 PM - 2:45 PM IST

Ages 8-11

Spots Available

You'll select your preferred time slot during enrolment.

Syllabus

12 Lessons over 12 weeks

Week 1

The Solar System 1 - The Sun, Moon and Earth

Introduction to the Sun, Moon and Earth.

Week 2

The Solar System 2 - Planets

Introduction to the other Planets.

Week 3

The Solar System 3 - The Scale of the Solar System

Relative size and distances of the planets from the Sun.

Week 4

Celestial Mechanics

Motion of Sun, Moon. Solar/Lunar Eclipses, Length of Day/Night

Week 5

Introduction to Basic telescopes

Introduction to the Basic Telescope, Different types, uses, advantages/disadvantages.

Week 6

Stars & Star Formation

Introduction to the concept of a star and how it forms.

Week 7

Constellations 1

Introduction to the night sky, Various constellations, Simple navigation techniques

Week 8

Celestial Navigation

Introduction to the night sky, Various constellations, Simple navigation techniques

Week 9

Our Galaxy

Composition - Dust, Star Clusters, Black Holes

Week 10

The Scale of the Universe

The Sun - Solar System - Milky Way - Local Group

Week 11

Observational Tools 2

Intro to advanced telescopes, Different types, uses, advantages/disadvantages

Week 12

Newtons Laws of Motion

Explanation of the 3 laws of Motion and their practical application.

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