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This Astronomical Seeing - How Good Are the Observing Conditions? activity also includes:
Why is star gazing easy on some nights and difficult on others? Pupils aim to quantify the answer in an enlightening astronomy lesson. After collecting images from an online robotic telescope, they measure the brightness of images using downloadable software. They use their measurements to calculate the quality of observing conditions the night each image was taken.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use data from additional nights for a more thorough comparison
Classroom Considerations
- Data analysis skills are helpful
- Provide individuals with Internet-enabled devices
Pros
- Provides detailed instructions for both data collection and analysis
- Offers possible guiding questions
Cons
- None