Introduction to Stargazing & Astronomy

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    1. Intro to Astronomy & Stargazing
    A lesson with Rod Miller
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    Start stargazing tonight with this fascinating lesson in astronomy and the night sky, which includes the moon, stars, planets, meteor showers, and more.

    Intro to Astronomy & Stargazing
    with Rod Miller

    Start stargazing tonight with this fascinating lesson in astronomy and the night sky, which includes the moon, stars, planets, meteor showers, and more.

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    2. How the Celestial Sphere Moves
    A lesson with Rod Miller
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    It's time to get oriented with why the sky appears to move! Discover the celestial sphere, celestial coordinates, the plane of the ecliptic, and more.

    How the Celestial Sphere Moves
    with Rod Miller

    It's time to get oriented with why the sky appears to move! Discover the celestial sphere, celestial coordinates, the plane of the ecliptic, and more.

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    3. How to Use Stellarium Software
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    Are you looking for a way to plan your stargazing adventures, familiarize yourself with the night sky, and learn a bit about star lore? Try Stellarium!

    How to Use Stellarium Software
    with Rod Miller

    Are you looking for a way to plan your stargazing adventures, familiarize yourself with the night sky, and learn a bit about star lore? Try Stellarium!

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    4. How to Use a Star Chart (or Planisphere)
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    Getting to know the sky with a star chart is like discovering a new city with a map. Aspiring astronomers learn to read a star chart (or planisphere) here!

    How to Use a Star Chart (or Planisphere)
    with Rod Miller

    Getting to know the sky with a star chart is like discovering a new city with a map. Aspiring astronomers learn to read a star chart (or planisphere) here!

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    5. Northern Hemisphere Astronomy
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    Come along for a comprehensive tour of the night sky in the Northern Hemisphere, and follow celestial bodies, constellations, and star clusters in each season.

    Northern Hemisphere Astronomy
    with Rod Miller

    Come along for a comprehensive tour of the night sky in the Northern Hemisphere, and follow celestial bodies, constellations, and star clusters in each season.

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    Hussein A
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