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| Unit | FACULTY OF EDUCATION |
| SCIENCE TEACHING PR. | |
| Code | FENZ407 |
| Name | Astronomy |
| Term | 2026-2027 Academic Year |
| Semester | 7. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Belirsiz |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. AYSUN AKYÜZ |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
It aims to provide an understanding of the scope and significance of astronomy, to enable the interpretation of the fundamental properties of celestial objects using data obtained from different regions of the electromagnetic spectrum, and to develop a sense of scale and size in the universe. It also offers a general overview of the structures and possible formation processes of objects in the Solar System, examines the observable properties and evolutionary stages of stars, and introduces galaxies, with particular emphasis on the Milky Way.
Course Content
Introduction to the basic structure and appearance of the sky; the nature of light and telescopes used in astronomy; the overall structure of the Solar System; the properties and interactions of the Earth and the Moon; planets and their natural satellites; small bodies in the Solar System (asteroids, comets, and meteor phenomena); the formation processes of stars and planets; the structure and physical properties of the Sun; the life cycle of stars (stellar evolution); the structure and characteristics of the Milky Way Galaxy; and the diversity of galaxies in the Universe.
Course Precondition
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Resources
The Universe at a Glance , Eric Chaisson, Steve McMillan
Notes
Astronomy from A to Z M.E. Özel
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Explains the fundamental concepts of astronomy and space sciences. |
| LO02 | Interprets findings obtained through observations of selected celestial objects. |
| LO03 | Understands and evaluates models that are consistent with astronomical observational data. |
| LO04 | Plans and conducts activities related to astronomy. |
| LO05 | Explains the connections between astronomy and other scientific disciplines. |
| LO06 | Analyzes the impact of technological advancements on astronomy. |
| LO07 | Summarizes the overall structure of the universe and its evolution over time. |
| LO08 | Explains the historical progression of astronomy. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the basic concepts and relationships between concepts in science. | 4 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the basic concepts of effective classroom management. | |
| PLO03 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Recognizes students´ developmental and learning characteristics and difficulties. | |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains programs, strategies, methods and techniques related to the science teaching. | |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains application areas of science in everyday life. | 2 |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Offers solutions to problem situations encountered in classroom management. | |
| PLO07 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Uses appropriate methods and techniques for the development of students´ critical thinking, creative thinking and problem solving skills. | 3 |
| PLO08 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Designs materials from the stuff around in accordance with the requirements of science curriculum and students. | |
| PLO09 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Queries information in the field of science using scientific methods . | 3 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Uses laboratory according to science curriculum in an appropriate and efficient manner. | |
| PLO11 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Applies contemporary teaching methods and techniques by which the student can construct their own knowledge. | |
| PLO12 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Takes responsibility as an individual and as a team member to solve problems related to the field. | |
| PLO13 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Has life-long learning awareness. | 3 |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Shares his/her knowledge and skills, problems and solutions that he/she identified by means of oral and written communication with the expert and non-expert people. | |
| PLO15 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Uses information and communication technologies effectively. | |
| PLO16 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Uses English to a standard sufficient to keep abreast of developments in science education. | |
| PLO17 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Sensitive to the agenda of the world and society events / developments . | 4 |
| PLO18 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | In addition to proffesional development,he/she improves himself/herself consistently for individual development in the scientific, social, cultural and sports areas in line with educational requirements. | |
| PLO19 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Has national and international sensibilities expressed in the Fundamental Law of National Education. | |
| PLO20 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Behaves in accordance with democracy, human rights, and social, scientific and proffesional ethical values |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the celestial sphere and comparison of dimensions in the universe. | Explain, question-answer | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Benzetim, Gösteri |
| 2 | Historical devolepment of Astronomy | Reading from the textbook | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 3 | Renaissance Astronomy | Studying from the textbook | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 4 | Light and spectrum knowledge | Preparing from the textbook and supplementary book. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Gösteri, Anlatım |
| 5 | Telescopes and types of telescopes I | Research on the internet | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Gösteri, Grup Çalışması, Anlatım |
| 6 | Telescopes and types of telescopes II | Research on the internet | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Gösteri, Grup Çalışması, Anlatım |
| 7 | Describing the solar system and its formation | Studying from the textbooks | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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| 9 | Planets, dwarf planets, and other small celestial bodies | studying from textbooks | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 10 | Stellar evolution | studying from textbook | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Beyin Fırtınası, Soru-Cevap |
| 11 | Dead stars: white dwarf and neutron star | studying from textbook | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 12 | Black Holes and Observation Methods | Research on the internet | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 13 | Milky Way galaxy | Studying from internet | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 14 | Other Galaxies and Their Types | Studying from textbook | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 15 | Cosmology: The science of the universe. | studying from textbook | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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| 17 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 16 | 16 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 79 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,16 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||