In Astronomy, students conduct classroom and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students in Astronomy study a variety of topics that include: discovering the night sky, gravitation and the motion of the planets, light and telescopes, formation of our solar system, planets, our Sun, stars and stellar evolution, the Milky Way, galaxies, cosmology and astrobiology (aliens!).
Students are expected to come prepared for class. This means that they have:
Charged iPad
Binder or folder with loose-leaf paper
Pens/pencils
Colored pencils/markers
Westlake High School utilizes the Google Classroom platform to share classroom resources, many assignments, and assessment preparation materials to students. WHS students will receive a classroom code to access these materials, submit assignments, and track any missing work.
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