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ERIC Number: EJ407605
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1990
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Using a Celestial Sphere to Test Scientific Theories.
Carter, Karl C.; Stewart, Bruce R.
Journal of College Science Teaching, v19 n3 p164-67 Dec-Jan 1989-90
Presented is an astronomy activity in which students use an apparatus to illustrate the various positions and movements of the sun, earth, planets, stars, and constellations. A test of the heliocentric theory of the solar system is included. (CW)
Descriptors: Astronomy, College Science, Higher Education, Laboratory Procedures, Models, Science Activities, Science Education, Science Instruction, Scientific Concepts, Scientific Methodology, Teaching Methods, Theories
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher
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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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