Astro Course
Astronomy Observation Course equips physics teachers and enthusiasts with hands-on skills to connect classroom theory on gravity, stars, and data to real night sky observations. Through telescope labs, data analysis with tools like Gaia and AAVSO, and project designs, you achieve research-quality outcomes for effective teaching and outreach in under-resourced settings.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course provides a practical guide to studying stars, planets, and the night sky using actual observations and data analysis. You will master orbits, star brightness, light spectra, sky coordinates, telescope handling, imaging techniques, and basic light measurements with reliable online resources. Create engaging student activities, evaluate progress simply, and lead observatory sessions with confidence.
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Develop skills
- Plan observatory sessions by selecting targets and timing around moon phases and weather.
- Conduct small-telescope experiments, teaching data logging and error estimation.
- Analyse astronomical data including light curves, photometry, and uncertainty checks.
- Operate professional tools such as Gaia, AAVSO, SIMBAD, FITS viewers, and orbit predictors.
- Develop and evaluate educational activities with rubrics and concept tests.
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