Term project

Presentations start after reading week

Your outline is due by January 15th and can be discussed with your instructor. It must include:

• Title of the presentation

• A list of three sources (to check that you are using the right kind of sources, they can be changed later)

• A one paragraph summary of what you will be talking about.

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ASTR 1101 - Wednesday at 15:30

You must choose a topic that is of interest to you and prepare a 10 min presentation about this topic (you can ask for more time in your outline). The internet abounds in astronomy material. You must discuss your chosen topic with your instructor before the end of week #2 and obtain her consent.

 

List of topics for your presentation:  

• See your textbook chapter 7 to 12. 
• Astronomy in the news (solar system only) 
• History of astronomy before 1900 

You can work in groups of two students maximum

Marking scheme for the presentation:

1. The presentation is given on the planned date.
2. An outline of the presentation, including title and sources, was provided before January 15th.
3. The presentation lasts at least 10 minutes.
4. The presentation uses Prezi or a similar software and includes at least one video EMBEDDED in the slides.
5. The video(s) are recent, have good resolution and colours.
6. The presentation includes one interview of a scientist or historian.
7. The reference of the sources are included in the presentation.
8. Your speech can be heard from the back of the classroom.
9. You speak without reading your notes (you can, of course, read the slides).
10. You include at least one unusual element, like a prop, a game or an anecdote.

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 Presentations on Wedenesday  3:30 to 4:20
All welcome
Mandatory for all students

March 9 : Linda and Kaitling (10 min), Jacob with Aaron (20 min)

Mar 16: Rico, Sean, Hannah and Charles 

Mar 30: Bradley, Arian and Mo, Jazz

Apr 6 (last day of class) : Saba and Maha, Brandon, Levy and Palak.

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ASTR 3310 - Wednesday at 16:30


You will summarize your findings in a 20 min oral presentation. You will need to provide a list of all your sources. 

Possible topics:

1) You research an ancient observatory or astronomical site and understand how it relates to astronomy, why it was built and for what purposes, and assess the level of scientific knowledge of the civilization that built it. You include a 3D scale model of the site.
2) You research how neolithic or later pagan or animist religions incorporated astronomy in their belief system. Example: Celts, Vikings, Indigenous people.
3) Astronomy in the Muslim Empire. You can choose a particular discovery, a famous scientist or a famous centre of knowledge.

4) Astronomy in India. You can choose a particular discovery, a famous scientist or a famous centre of knowledge.
5) Astronomy in China. You can choose a particular discovery, a famous scientist or a famous centre of knowledge.
6) Aboriginal astronomy. For example Cree and Ojibway astronomy.
7) Is there a conflict between the will to explore the solar system, and the challenges of climate change and pollution. What are our chances to survive on another planet? Are there any candidate? What is terra forming? Is it possible to displace billions of people to other planets? Is it time to refocus on Mother Earth? Does learning about other planets help us appreciate the Earth?
8) The spiritual dimensions of astronomy. You can use this link as a starting point.

  EXPECTATIONS 
 (Each item is out of 1 for a total of 15%)

1. Your presentation is given on the planned date.
2. You submit an outline of your presentation by January 15th
3. The topic is well researched with evidence of at least three reliable sources.
4. Your presentation lasts 19-21 minutes, no more, no less.
5. Your presentation uses a media that will catch the attention of the audience. It can be a software, fine arts, acting, etc. Ask your instructor for permission.
6. Your presentation includes at least one prop.
7. You situate your presentation in a wider context and show a video.
8. You demonstrate a good knowledge of astronomy.
9. You explain in details how to use at least one astronomical tool (scientific or ritualistic)
10. You relate astronomical knowledge to the believes of a culture and/or civilization.
11. The references of the sources are included in your presentation.
12. You open room for questions during the presentation.
13. You include one interactive element for the audience to participate.
14. Your voice can be heard from the back of the room.
15. You do not read notes when you speak to the audience

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 Presentations on Wedenesday  4:30 to 5:20

All welcome

Mandatory for ASTR 3310 students

Mar 30: Natasha, Andrew

Apr 4 (last day of class): David, Devin