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| Paper: |
Discover the Universe with NASA during the International Year of Astronomy: A Workshop for Astronomy Educators |
| Volume: |
400, Preparing for the 2009 International Year of Astronomy: A Hands-on Symposium |
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396 |
| Authors: |
Dussault, M.; Smith, D.; Allen, J.; Backman, D.; Bartolone, L.; Bobrowsky, M.; Gould, A.; Mendez, B.; Lochner, J.; Mayo, L.; McLin, K.; Reinfeld, E.; Shupla, C.; Summers, F.; Thiemann, J.; Devore, E. |
| Abstract: |
NASA’s space science missions are working together to provide educators with the knowledge and materials they need to discover and share the universe with their audiences during the International Year of Astronomy (IYA2009) and beyond. In this daylong intensive workshop, participants experienced a prototype version of NASA’s IYA workshop series for educators. They explored Earth’s place in the universe; light, energy, and optics; and the nature of astronomical models and evidence while investigating how NASA’s spacedbased missions extend Galileo’s legacy. Discussions included how to find and use NASA content and resources in the classroom, after-school programs, libraries, science centers, and museums, as well as how to connect to the international IYA2009 Galileo Teacher Training Program and U.S. Families and Classrooms efforts. All references, resources, and handouts from the workshop are available online at http://www.universeforum.org/iyaworkshop/. |
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