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1 Course Outline Subject ASTRONOMY Code:SC33283 Teacher Ms. CAMILLE FABROS Level: Primary... Secondary 6/1-4 Semester : 1 st Subject: Core Subject Additional Subject other.. 1) Learning Description This course is a basic concept of astronomy that emphasizes appreciation of the earth's relationship to the universe. This provides knowledge and understanding of the basic chemical, physical properties and evolution of the celestial objects and other cosmic phenomena. The course covers the topics/units such as Stars, Galaxies, The Universe, The Solar system, and Observing and Exploring Space.

2 Grade Level Indicators Grade Level Indicators Strand and Standard 1. Search for relevant information of the constellation and classification of stars and their properties and explain the /Standard speed of light and the concept of light years and to outline and explain the chronological life cycle of a star. 2. Explain properties and structure of different galaxies and other heavenly objects in the galaxy /Standard 3. Explain nature and evolution of fixed stars and universe /Standard 4. Explain formation and evolution of the solar system /Standard 5. Knowledge of Inner planets and their physical and chemical properties and characteristics /Standard 6. Describe the key features of the Outer planets /Standard 7. Knowledge, properties and characteristics of other objects in the solar system /Standard Explain the use of electromagnetic spectrum in exploring universe and types of telescopes /Standard Search for relevant information and explain the launching of satellites, and calculate the velocity of satellites revolving /Standard 7.2 around the Earth. 10. Search for relevant information and explain benefits of satellites in various respects. /Standard Search for relevant information and explain the launching of space ships, and space exploration by utilizing space ships and space station. /Standard 7.2

3 3) Detail of Learning 1 st Semester st Semester Before Midterm Strand/Standard/Level Indicator No. Level Strand/Standard Indicator Lesson Way of Teaching (Teaching Media/Method) Assignment Mark 1 2 /Standard /Standard 111 Unit 1. Stars, Galaxies and the Universe Chapter 1. Stars 211 Chapter 2. Galaxies My World of Science, pages 2-14/worksheet on page Group discussion, power point presentation, group work, brainstorming, mind mapping, My World of Science, pages 16-24/worksheet on page Group discussion, power point presentation, group work, brainstorming, mind mapping Practical test, essay, labeling, Illustration, Oral Presentation, Quiz Internet Research, Problem Solving, Textbook exercises Video Analysis, Oral Recitation, Homework 25 3 /Standard 312 Chapter 3. The Universe My World of Science, pages 24-31/worksheet on page 30 Group discussion, power point presentation, group work, brainstorming, mind mapping Midterm Exam and Project 20

4 3.2 1st Semester Before Final No. 1 Strand/Standard/ level Lesson Strand/Standar level d /Standard 413 Unit 2: The Solar System Chapter 4: Introduction to the Solar System 2 /Standard 513 Unit 2: The Solar System Chapter 5: Inner Planets of the Solar System Way of Teaching (Teaching Media/Method) My World of Science, pages 32-41/worksheet on page 42Group discussion, power point presentation, group work, brainstorming, mind mapping, My World of Science, pages 43-54/worksheet on page 54-55/ Group discussion, power point presentation, group work, brainstorming, mind mapping Assignment Practical test, essay, labeling, Illustration, Oral Presentation, Quiz Internet Research, Problem Solving, Textbook exercises Video Analysis, Oral Recitation, Homework Mark 25 3 /Standard 614 Chapter 6: Outer Planets of the Solar System My World of Science, pages 56-65/worksheet on page 65/Group discussion, power point presentation, group work, brainstorming, mind mapping Finals and project 20 2nd Semester 3.3 2nd Semester Before Midterm

5 No. 1 Strand/Standard/ level Strand /Standard level Lesson Way of Teaching (Teaching Media/Method) Assignment /Standard 721 Chapter 7: Other Objects in My World of Science, pages worksheet Practical test, essay, labeling, Illustration, 7.2 the on page 74 Quiz 25 Solar System Internet Research, Problem Solving, group work, brainstorming, mind mapping Textbook exercises Video Analysis, Oral Recitation, Homework Mark

6 2 /Standard 821 Unit 3: Observing and Exploring My World of Science, pages 76-88/worksheet on 7.2 Space page Chapter 8: Telescopes group work, brainstorming, mind mapping 3 /Standard 922 Chapter 9: Early Space My World of Science, pages 90-88/worksheet on 7.2 Explorations page group work, brainstorming, mind mapping Midterm test 20

7 3.4 2nd Semester Before Final Strand/Standard/ level No, Lesson Way of Teaching Assignment Mark Strand /Standard level (Teaching Media/Method) /Standard 1023 Chapter 9: Early Space My World of Science, pages /worksheet on Practical test, essay, Explorations page 103 labeling, Illustration, Quiz group Internet Research, work, brainstorming, mind mapping Textbook exercises Video Analysis, Oral Recitation, Homework /Standard 1124 Chapter 10: Recent Space My World of Science, pages /worksheet on Rocket project Explorations page 115 group work, brainstorming, mind mapping

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