2007 Fall Astronomy 429: Senior Writing Seminar (2 units)
Instructor Information:
Prerequisites: Must be senior astronomy/astrophysics concentrator
Course Schedule
In this section of AY 429, we will discuss and apply techniques for writing clearly and concisely. Clear thinking becomes clear writing, and scientific discussion of a few recent articles will be an important part of this class.
Grading will be based on classroom participation and writing assignments. This will include in-class writing and peer-editing work. The final grading will be done according to the following table:
| Assignment | Percentage |
| Writing Assignments | 60% |
| Participation | 40% |
Homework Policies:
Late homework is accepted, but suffers a 2-letter-grade penalty for each day late. While you may work in groups, each essay set should reflect your own understanding and be in your own words.
Schedule for AY429: Last updated 2007Nov19 (schedules subject to change)
| Date | Readings | Topics | Homework |
| Tue Nov 13 | Hand out Article #1 | [Gnedin Class] | |
| Tue Nov 20 | Discuss Article #1.
Principle of Coherence Precis handout |
Write 2 page summary of article
[due Nov 26 noon by email] |
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| Tue Nov 27 | Hand out Article #2 | Peer Editing | |
| Tue Dec 04 | Class Discussion
Discuss Article #2 Abstract Handout |
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| Tue Dec 11 |
Abstract Discussion
In-class writing |
[Evaluations] |
Readings:
Readings: