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Peel District School Board – Centre for Education & Training
HAS1 – Astronomy This course is an introduction to observing and enjoying the night sky. Through multi-media presentations, beginner stargazers will see how the sky changes with the seasons and learn the stars and constellations that are prominent throughout the year. Students will also be introduced to space flight and how to observe artificial Earth satellites such as the International Space Station. Students will learn how to use binoculars and telescopes, and how to photograph the night sky with a digital camera. http://nightlearning.com/GeneralInterest/courseInfo.asp?subjectID=0&courseID=119&locationID=0
HBO1 – Bird Watching Birding has become one of the fastest growing outdoor hobbies in North America. In this field course you will learn to identify birds by both sight and song. Focus will be on migrating hawks, shorebirds, waterfowl, and songbirds. http://nightlearning.com/GeneralInterest/courseInfo.asp?subjectID=0&courseID=508&locationID=0
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