Our Featured Education Partners:
University of Phoenix
As part of the largest accredited private university in North America, University of Phoenix is an excellent source for individual online adult education courses. Students can take the classes they need to fulfill the degree requirements of other colleges and universities or for their professional development. Courses take only 5 or 6 weeks to complete. University of Phoenix offers the following Elective courses, and other popular courses:
- Astronomy
- Communications
- Writing
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Sciences
- Political Science
- Economics
- Geography
- History
Learn more about these Electives Courses. 
Amateur Astronomy Foundation
Amateur Astronomy Foundation offers non-accredited courses in amateur astronomy suitable from novice to experienced amateur (diploma level). All courses are free of charge and delivered online as well as via email. Diploma course requires independent study. Courses include:
- ASTR 101 - Certificate of Amateur Astronomy
- ASTR 110 - Astronomy: An Introduction
- ASTR 111 - Astronomy: As a Hobby
- ASTR 201 - Diploma of Amateur Astronomy
Astronomy, An Introduction
Gerry Descoteaux, author of The Lawnchair Astronomer, presents this online introductory course in astrology. This program is devoted to studying the northern celestial sphere and all the constellations and the bright deep-sky-objects (galaxies, clusters, nebulae, etc.) therein. Included are over 70 texts dedicated to each individual section of the sky and each of the constellations, augmented by hyperlinks to nearly 100 web-based star maps and over 200 photos. Also covered within the major portion of the course are viewing techniques, limitations, strategies and the use of computers in astronomy today.
Educational Guide to Space Astronomy
Online learning guide to astronomy and the solar system by the Leicester University.
The New Curiosity Shop
The New Curiosity Shop offers a course for astronomy beginners. This online course is your chance to begin to understand a little more about the marvels of astronomy. You will use your computer, your own senses and the night sky to learn some of the basics about stars, the solar system and how to make observations. You will be supported by a professional astronomer throughout this 7 week course - a course which takes you away from your computer and out to look a the night sky.
The Nine Planets
A multimedia tour of the solar system: an overview of the history, mythology, and current scientific knowledge of each of the planets and moons in our solar system, utilizing text, images, sounds and movies.
Online Astronomy Course
Become an "amateur astronomer"! This online astronomy course gives you the information you need to identify obvious stars and constellations and you will learn how stars "live and die", unusual astronomical events (variable stars, quasars, black holes, etc.), formation of stars, the solar system and galaxies, movements of and distances to stars and galaxies, and some of the tools and techniques astronomers use to learn about the universe.
Online Astronomy Course Using the Internet
Created by Jack Troeger, this online astronomy course is free and will introduce you to various aspects of astronomy using the Internet. Topics covered include: Finding Your Way Around the Sky; Messages from the Cosmos; Binoculars and Telescopes; The Solar System; Galaxies and Quasars; and Cosmology.
Planetary Studies Foundation
The Planetary Studies Foundation offers online tutorials in astronomy, space exploration, planetary science and meteorites.
Swinburne Astronomy Online
Swinburne Astronomy Online is one of the world's leading providers of online Astronomy Education. Our program ranges from individual units, to a 6 week short course to a Master of Science in Astronomy. The courses emphasize conceptual understanding over mathematical detail, and are led by professional astronomers.
Swinburne Astronomy Online offers the following programs online:
- Master of Science in Astronomy
- Graduate Diploma of Science in Astronomy
- Individual-Unit Enrolment
- Graduate Certificate of Science in Astronomy (Australian residents only)
- Short Course in Astronomy
Swinburne Astronomy Online units are designed for amateur astronomers, science educators and communicators, people working in astronomy related fields, and anyone with a love of astronomy. SAO provides interactive astronomy via custom-made CD-ROM material, web sites, newsgroup discussions, guest contributors on the latest astronomy headlines and projects tailored to suit the individual. All of the units can be studied anywhere - all you need is a computer, internet connection and a keen desire to learn more about astronomy.
University of Central Lancashire (UK)
The University of Central Lancashire offers the following distance learning certificates in astronomy and cosmology:
- University Certificate in Astronomy
- University Certificate in Cosmology
- University Certificate in History of Astronomy
The courses are the same as those available to students enrolled in the campus based courses and may be used within the credit accumulation system like any other course. the University has been rated 'Excellent' in all teaching inspections by the UK Quality Assurance Agency.
Astronomy and Space Education at NASA
Astronomy and Cosmology Education Resources
Inconstant Moon
Lunar astronomy for both the beginner and experienced observer, offering tours of the moon every night with maps, photos, explanations, animations and selected links.
The SETI Institute
Is anyone out there? The SETI Institute is the home for scientific research for life in the universe. Also at SETI is Project Phoenix the most ambitious search for extraterrestrial intelligence ever undertaken. Since 1995, it has been scrutinizing the vicinities of nearby, Sun-like stars, hoping to pick up a signal that would tell us that we're not alone. Quite an intriguing site - have a look around or just get the t-shirt!
The Whole Mars Catalog
A large and comprehensive site about the oh so mysterious planet Mars. Breaking news, facts, searching for life, martian moons, missions to Mars, politics of Mars exploration, Mars in fiction and even what funny faces have been seen on the planet surface.
Astronomical Guidebook
The Peoria Astronomical Society's Guide to the Universe - learn about star names, constellations, black holes, plus beginner, intermediate and advanced online lessons on astronomy.
Bad Astronomy
What if the sun collapses into a black hole? How many things wrong did the movie Armageddon do? Bad astronomy exposed - popular misconceptions, bad TV, bad movies and bad news.
The Satellite Site
What is a satellite, what do satellites do, satellite anatomy and orbits and construction sets to make your own satellite.
Windows to the Universe
Images, movies, animations, and data sets, that explore the Earth and Space sciences and the historical and cultural ties between science, exploration, and the human experience. See the near earth in real space time.
The Official String Theory Web Site
Was there a String Bang before the Big Bang, or did the Universe simply unwind? Discover string theory, elementary particles and more.
Discovery Channel Space Guide
Discovery Channel's Guide to Space - multimedia guides to aliens, astronomy, astronauts, planets, satellites and space exploration.
Planetariums and Space Museums
Required Reading
Universe Today - Space exploration news from around the Internet.
Sky & Telescope Magazine - Astronomy news, tips for skygazers and sights in the sky.
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