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Kepler College Is a Global Leader in Quality Astrological Education KEPLER EDUCATION PROGRAM 2013-2014 v. 20131204 Kepler and its learning programs are dedicated to Johannes Kepler January 6, 1572 - November 15, 1629 Johannes Kepler was a life-long astrologer, astronomer and mathematician. He was the first man to discover and mathematically define the elliptical property of planetary orbits, successfully uniting the theories of Copernicus, Plato and Pythagoras as part of his three laws of planetary motion. He also did important work on optics. It is to his holistic vision of an ordered universe that Kepler has been dedicated. Calendar 2013-2014 Ten-week terms unless noted Register by Term begins Term ends Dec 8, 2013 (11 weeks to allow for Fall Term Sept 20, 2013 Sept 23, 2013 Thanksgiving) Winter Term Jan 3, 2014 Jan 6, 2014 Mar 16, 2014 Spring Term March 28, 2014 March 31, 2014 June 8, 2014 Summer Term June 20, 2014 June 23, 2014 Aug 31, 2014 2014-2015 Register by Term begins Term ends Dec 7, 2014 (11 weeks to allow for Fall Term Sept 19, 2014 Sept 22, 2014 Thanksgiving) Winter Term Jan 2, 2015 Jan 5, 2015 Mar 15, 2015 Spring Term March 27, 2015 March 30, 2015 June 7, 2015 Summer Term June 19, 2015 June 22, 2015 Aug 30, 2015 This catalog changes on a regular basis. Please make sure to check the website for the most recent version. Table of Contents MISSION STATEMENT ......................................................................................... 4 OVERVIEW .......................................................................................................... 5 FREE CLASSES, WEBINARS AND SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS ................................................... 6 THE MARION D. MARCH ELECTRONIC RESEARCH LIBRARY ..................................................... 6 CERTIFICATES .................................................................................................... 7 FUNDAMENTALS OF NATAL ASTROLOGY ............................................................................ 7 MATH CALCULATION LABS ........................................................................................... 10 MOVING THE CHART IN TIME ....................................................................................... 10 ADDITIONAL INTERMEDIATE AND ADVANCED TOPICS................................... 14 THE ASTROLOGY OF RELATIONSHIP ............................................................................... 14 SYMMETRICAL ASTROLOGY .......................................................................................... 16 ASTROMAPPING ........................................................................................................ 18 MULTI-CULTURAL PERSPECTIVES .................................................................................. 19 Evolutionary Astrology ....................................................................................... 19 Classical Astrology ............................................................................................ 20 Hellenistic Astrology .......................................................................................... 21 Vedic Astrology ................................................................................................. 22 ELECTIVES .............................................................................................................. 23 Forecasting ....................................................................................................... 26 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & CONTINUING EDUCATION.................................................. 26 CERTIFICATE DIPLOMAS .................................................................................. 28 CERTIFICATE PROGRAM INSTRUCTORS .......................................................... 30 PRIMARY INSTRUCTORS .............................................................................................. 30 ADJUNCTS, LECTURERS & ASSISTANTS ........................................................................... 34 ADMINISTRATION ............................................................................................ 37 REGISTRATION ................................................................................................. 39 TUITION & FEES ............................................................................................... 40 TUITION ................................................................................................................. 40 Financial Obligation/Holds ................................................................................. 41 CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY ................................................................................ 41 ONLINE EDUCATION .................................................................................................. 42 COURSE DESIGN ....................................................................................................... 42 Learning Style Considerations ............................................................................ 42 TECHNICAL CONSIDERATIONS ...................................................................................... 43 POLICIES .......................................................................................................... 44 EVALUATIONS .......................................................................................................... 45 STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES ....................................................................... 46 AFFILIATIONS AND EQUIVALENTS .................................................................. 48 ISAR .................................................................................................................... 48 NCGR ................................................................................................................... 48 Mission Statement Kepler College is a global leader in quality astrological education. The Mission of Kepler is to create an affordable educational environment based on sound pedagogical principles. Kepler seeks to enhance the attitudes, skills, and habits of lifelong learning for participants, enabling them to be useful members of a global society. Kepler's objectives are to provide a sound foundation and methodology for participants to gain knowledge, think critically, communicate effectively, appreciate multiple viewpoints, achieve personal growth and gain technology skills. Kepler seeks to fulfill its mission and objectives by developing an innovative and balanced curriculum and offering varied learning opportunities through assorted venues. By doing so, the College seeks to promote ethical practices, enable participants to make insightful connections, develop sound interpretations, analyze geocosmic traditions, and critically examine methods and techniques. Kepler Certificate Program Overview Do you want more than memorization and simplified interpretations? If so, the Kepler Education Program is right for you. Our program is designed for the serious student of astrology who is seeking essential astrological knowledge, tools and skills. Our courses provide the beginner with a great foundation and continuing education for the professional astrologer. We know that you are looking for value for your money. You want to finish a course not only knowing more, but able to put that knowledge to use. And, you want to be able to evaluate the quality and usefulness of what you find when you set out to explore on your own. That is what a teacher is for, not to overwhelm you or impress you with their knowledge, but to give you the tools and skills you need to succeed. That is our commitment to you. We have been providing our students with a cutting-edge experience in online education since 2000. Quick Facts Kepler offers a range of options from free webinars to short workshops to full intensive, in- depth Certificate courses. The Certificate Program is designed around different topic areas, and offers Certificates from the beginning to advanced levels. Each Certificate represents a different focus area and each one requires 2 to 3 courses. You also have the option of taking a series of courses that lead to a Certificate Diploma and NCGR level 3 certification. Please see page 28 for more information. Each course is 10 weeks in length. Every course has its own online course site where weekly objectives, online lectures, discussion forums, additional reading material, and more can be found. Courses also have regular live online meetings between 60-90 minutes in length as well as specific assignments working with the techniques. Many courses are team-taught or have guest lecturers. We do not teach a single point of view in the Certificate Program. Even though the instructors obviously have their preferences, you will have a chance to see how different astrologers and different time periods approached chart interpretation. You will also be provided with information on the origins, controversies and the philosophical differences between different methodologies. We want you to have the tools and information you need to evaluate what you are learning. Not all certificates and courses listed in the catalog will be offered each term and some may only be offered once per year. Kepler also presents webinars and workshops that are not included in this catalog. Please check the Kepler website for current information. Tuition Overview: 1 certificate course = $530.00 1 certificate (3 courses) = $1,590 Math Calculation Courses = $150.00 or $100 if you are currently enrolled. Basic Diploma (12 regular courses plus 2 chart
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