I want you to prepare a 5-minute talk about a particular constellation. Pick one that speaks to you - see the link below. Actually, choose 2-3, in the event that some folks pick the same one. Be a little adventurous - don't just necessarily go for your zodiacal constellation (or the one that you, until today, thought was yours).
About your constellation - find out information regarding:
- mythology / name
- name in other cultures
- interesting astronomical things about the region
- something that interests you
- an image of the constellation (either a depiction of the mythology, with stars included, or a photograph of the region - or both)
- anything else you like
- Please prepare a 1-page handout. A powerpoint is not really necessary.
We will decide on the constellation assignments on Friday and have a bit of time to work on them, too. The presentations will be 2 classes after this Friday - so, next Thursday.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/88_modern_constellations
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