Build-It-Yourself Astronomy.

Lamb, William G.

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ERIC Number: EJ278517

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Publication Date: 1983-Mar

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Build-It-Yourself Astronomy.

Lamb, William G.

Science Teacher, v50 n3 p48-51 Mar 1983

Instructions for constructing cross staffs and quadrants are provided. Astronomy teaching methods using the two devices are discussed. These include locating common constellations with the cross staff and following a star (or moon, sun, or planets) by reading the altitude and azimuth with the quadrant. (JN)

Descriptors: Astronomy, High Schools, Measurement Equipment, Outdoor Activities, Science Activities, Science Education, Science Equipment, Secondary School Science

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Audience: Practitioners

Language: English

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