The Sun and the Total Eclipse of August 2017

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The Sun and the Total Eclipse of August 2017 is a non-degree program for anyone interested in astronomy, offered by the University of Colorado Boulder. This short program lasts a few weeks and is taught in English. Its main advantage is that it helps you understand total eclipses and their scientific importance.

The curriculum covers the science behind total eclipses, including the sun's atmosphere and corona. You will learn about the conditions that make total eclipses possible and how they can be used to test scientific theories, such as Einstein's prediction that matter can bend space. The program also explores the effects of total eclipses on the environment and human behavior.

After completing this program, you can pursue careers as a research assistant, astronomy teacher, science writer, or planetarium educator. You can work in museums, observatories, or educational institutions, helping people understand and appreciate astronomy and space science.