Overview
Explore the fascinating world of celestial mechanics in this 20-minute astronomy video lecture that demonstrates how the apparent motions of the night and day sky appear from various latitudes on Earth. Utilizing Stellarium, a free sky simulator available on multiple operating systems, gain valuable insights into the dynamic nature of star movements and their relationship to our planet's geography. Enhance your understanding of introductory astronomy concepts and witness firsthand how our perspective of the cosmos changes depending on our location on Earth's surface.
Syllabus
Introductory Astronomy: Star Motions at Different Latitudes
Taught by
Professor Paul Robinson