The Moon OpenCourseWare: The Open University's Free Bachelor Level Astronomy Course Studying the Earth's Moon
'The Moon,' a free OpenCourseWare from The Open University provides students with an understanding of the moon, its characteristics and its history. The undergraduate-level course is intended for students interested in Astronomy, Physics or other related fields.
The Moon: Course Specifics
| Degree Level | Free | Audio | Video | Downloads |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Lectures/Notes | Study Materials | Tests/Quizzes |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Yes | No |
The Moon: Course Description
'The Moon' is an undergraduate-level course that teaches students about the moon, including its surface, atmosphere, history, rotation and the possibility of living on the moon. Students will look at images of the moon and interpret various physical structures in order to explain the moon's characteristics. Additionally, the course will explore the history of manned moon missions, including the Apollo series of space voyages. This free OpenCourseWare is provided courtesy of The Open University's Science Department. This course will take an OpenCourseWare reader approximately six hours to complete.
This course provides links to student Learning Journals and forums to discuss the course with other readers. Also available online are unit notes with overviews of the course materials. To take this course, download the materials or to learn more, visit the basics of the moon course website.
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