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Science Education and Outreach: Forging a Path to the Future
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431
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2010
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Editors: |
Barnes, Jonathan; Smith, Denise A.; Gibbs, Michael G.; Manning, James G.
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Synopsis: |
On the heels of the International Year of Astronomy 2009, celebrating the famed peek into the cosmos through Galileo's first telescope, the question arises: What is next for science education and outreach?
Providing a forum for reflection, for sharing lessons learned, and for shaping resolve, the Astronomical Society of the Pacific (ASP) hosted a conference for astronomy and space science professionals in Millbrae, California from September 12 to 16, 2009. During the conference, participants discussed current education and outreach research and practice and shared perspectives about the future of this field. This conference, the proceedings of which are contained in this volume, was divided into a series of conference strands that each represent an important aspect of this time of contemplation and decision about the future of education and public outreach (EPO) in astronomy:
- Building on the Momentum of the International Year of Astronomy
- Connecting the Sciences in the Year of Science
- Refining Our Practice
- Bridging to the Future
This volume is a resource for anyone looking to learn from or to reminisce about the year the world celebrated four hundred years of astronomy, and serves as a blueprint for future education and public outreach programs.
The Astronomical Society of the Pacific (ASP), founded in 1889, increases the understanding and appreciation of astronomy by engaging scientists, educators, enthusiasts, and the public to advance science and science literacy. Visit www.astrosociety.org for additional information regarding the ASP and how you can join the Society and support the cause of improving science literacy.
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978-1-58381-742-1
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978-1-58381-743-8
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Barnes, Jonathan; Smith, Denise A.; Gibbs, Michael G.; Manning, James G. |
Front matter |
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Barnes, Jonathan; Smith, Denise A.; Gibbs, Michael G.; Manning, James G. |
Conference Photos |
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Barnes, Jonathan; Smith, Denise A.; Gibbs, Michael G.; Manning, James G. |
Part I. Science Education and Outreach: Forging a Path to the Future |
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Keynote Address: Science Since the Medicean Stars and the Beagle |
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Partridge, B.; Hillenbrand, L. A.; Grinspoon, D. |
Laboratory Astrophysics: An Oxymoron No More |
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Partridge; B. |
400 Years of Astronomical Discovery: The Accelerating Understanding of our Place in the Universe |
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Hillenbrand, L. A. |
Part II. Plenary Panels |
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Collaboration Across the Sciences: How Can We Improve Our Practice and Prepare the Future? |
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Grinspoon, D.; CoBabe, E.; Harman, P.; Prather, E. E. |
International Year of Astronomy: Can We Keep the Party Going? |
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Knappenberger, P.; Daou, D.; Pompea, S. M.; Scherrer, D. |
Refining Our Practice: Can We Really Make an Impact? |
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Foster, T.; Dussault, M.; Schatz, D. |
The Future is Here: Can EPO Navigate the Digital Age? |
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Shipp, S. S.; Dribin, N.; Gay, P. L.; Stockman, S. |
Interactive Panel and Audience Discussion: The Future is Here: Can EPO Navigate the Digital Age? |
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Shipp, S. S.; Dribin, N.; Gay, P. L.; Stockman, S. |
Part III. Oral Papers
Conference Strand: Building on the Momentum of the International Year of Astronomy |
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IYA2009 NASA Programs: Midyear Status |
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Hasan, H.; Smith, D. A. |
Music and Astronomy Under the Stars 2009 |
47 |
Lubowich, D. |
International Year of Astronomy (IYA2009) in Puerto Rico: Progress Report |
54 |
Pantoja, C. A.; Atschuler, D. R.; Lebrón, M. E.; Alonso, J. L. |
Using Free, Open Source Stellarium Software for IYA 2009 |
59 |
Berglund, K.; Spearman, R. |
Transits, Binaries, and Hands-On Universe |
61 |
Gould, A. |
The Mauna Kea Observatories Outreach Committee Brings Astronomy To The Hawaiian Public |
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Heyer, I.; Harvey, J.; Usuda, K. S.; Fujihara, G.; Hamilton, J. |
From Earth to the Universe: A Worldwide Exhibition of Astronomical Images |
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Watzke, M.; Arcand, K. K. |
International Year of Astronomy 2009 Cornerstone Projects: What’s Available for You |
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Pompea, S. M.; Schweitzer, A.; Deustua, S.; Isbell, D.; Fienberg, R. T.; Arion, D. N.; Walker, C. E.; Gay, P. L.; Smith, D. A.; Pantoja, C. A.; Watzke, M.; Arcand, K. K. |
Building on the International Year of Astronomy: The Galileoscope Program |
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Sparks, R. T.; Pompea, S. M.; Walker, C. E.; Fienberg, R. T.; Arion, D. N. |
Building on the International Year of Astronomy: The Dark Skies Awareness Program |
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Walker, C. E.; Sparks, R. T.; Pompea, S. M. |
Conference Strand: Connecting the Sciences in the Year of Science |
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Windows on the Weather |
110 |
Alena, T. R. |
Sun-Earth Days |
115 |
Thieman, J.; Ng, C.; Lewis, E.; Cline, T. |
Cosmophobia, Nibiru, and Doomsday 2012 |
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Morrison, D. |
Building Bridges Between EPO Professionals Across Scientific Disciplines: Partnerships with NSF Centers (First Steps) |
132 |
Steinberg, D.; Black, K.; Schultz, S. |
Conference Strand: Refining Our Practice |
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Aesthetics & Astronomy |
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Arcand, K. K.; Smith, L. F.; Smith, J.; Watzke, M.; Hove, K. H. t.; Smith, R. |
Astronomy in the Classroom for Mature Lifelong Learners |
143 |
Cobb, B. E. |
Capitol College Center for Space Science EPO: Providing STEM Education |
147 |
Gibbs, M. G.; Walters, A. |
Comparing the Efficacy of Reform-Based and Traditional/Verification Curricula to Support Student Learning about Space Science |
151 |
Granger, E. M.; Bevis, T. H.; Saka, Y.; Southerland, S. A. |
Lessons Learned from the “Age of the Milky Way” Teacher Professional Development Workshop Evaluation |
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Hemenway, M. K.; DeGennaro, S.; Fricke, K.; Jeffery, E.; Marinova, I.; Williams, K.; Armosky, B.; Harkrider, J.; Kilic, M.; Liebert, J.; Shipman, H.; von Hippel, T. |
Using Magic to Teach Science |
166 |
Kohlmiller, P. |
Take Me Out to the Ball Game: Science Outreach to Non-traditional Audiences |
170 |
Norsted, B. A. |
Herschel, Planck, and Chromoscope: Interactive Outreach Activities in the UK |
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North, C. E.; Lowe, S. R.; Simpson, R. J. |
The Center for Astronomy Education (CAE) Ushers in a New Community-Based Model for Astronomy Education Research with the NSF Funded CCLI Phase III Collaboration of Astronomy Teaching Scholars (CATS) Program |
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Brissenden, G.; Prather, E. E. |
A National Study Assessing the Teaching and Learning of Introductory Astronomy Part I: The Effect of Interactive Instruction |
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Rudolph, A. L.; Prather, E. E.; Brissenden, G.; Schlingman, W. M. |
Beyond Outreach: Expanding the UCI Astronomy Outreach Program to New Heights |
187 |
Smecker-Hane, T. A.; Mauzy-Melitz, D. K.; Hood, M. A. |
NASA/Capitol College Space Operations Institute Project: A Problem Based Learning Approach |
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Walters, A.; Wagner, D. M.; Gibbs, M. G.; Marius, J. L. |
NASA’s Kepler Mission: Lessons Learned from Teacher Professional Development Workshops |
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DeVore, E.; Harman, P.; Koch, D.; Gould, A. |
United We Stand: Lessons Learned from a Consortium of Small Astronomy Departments |
208 |
Partridge, B. |
Crossroads and Connections: An Evolving Relationship between NASA and the Navajo Nation |
217 |
Scalice, D.; Carron, A. |
Successful EPO Strategies for Engaging Girls and Young Women in Astronomy |
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Sharma, M.; Smith, D. A.; Dussault, M.; Hasan, H.; Krishnamurthi, A.; Lowes, L.; Stimmer, M. |
Teaching and Learning with a NASA-Sponsored GEMS Space Science Curriculum: Using Research and Evaluation Results to Inform and Guide EPO Professionals, an Interactive Panel Session |
229 |
Schultz, G.; Granger, E.; Catz, K. N.; Wierman, T. |
Building a Community of Faculty for Teacher Preparation in Earth and Space Science Education |
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Shupla, C. B.; Shipp, S. S.; Schultz, G.; Pomeroy, R.; Bailey, J. M.; Asti, P.; Chambers, L. H.; Slater, T. F.; Slater, S. J.; Stork, D.; Smith, D. A.; Waller, W. H. |
Exhibit Development: The Importance of Process and Evaluation |
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Dusenbery, P.; McLain, B. |
Learning to Become a More Effective Research or Inquiry-based Project Mentor |
247 |
Hooper, E. J.; Pfund, C.; Mathieu, R.; Branchaw, J. |
Science Journalism: Using Science Literacy to Teach Fundamental Science |
257 |
Mattson, B. J.; Lochner, J. C. |
Conference Strand: Bridging to the Future |
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David Dunlap Observatory: Back to the Future |
265 |
Chou, B. R.; Mortfield, P. |
Building Educational Programs for the Australian Square Kilometre Array Pathfinder |
270 |
Hollow, R.; Hobbs, G. |
ASP: Gearing Up for the Next 120 |
276 |
Manning, J. G. |
Afterschool Astronomy from the Basement to the Roof Top! |
279 |
Porro, I.; Dussault, M.; Reinfeld, E. |
Capturing the Imagination: The Promise of the Webb Space Telescope |
285 |
Smith, D. A.; Livio, M.; Eisenhammer, B.; Kakadelis, S.; Villard, R.; Stiavelli, M.; Stockman, P. |
Understanding and Supporting a Culture of Public Outreach in Amateur Organizations |
289 |
Berendsen, M.; Ames, Z.; Figueiredo, C.; Storksdieck, M.; Stein, J. |
Planck Visualization Project: Seeing and Hearing the Cosmic Microwave Background |
295 |
van der Veen, J. |
Remote Data Acquisition Access and Issues for Research and Educational Use by Students, Teachers, and Amateur Astronomers |
307 |
Kang, R.; McLin, K. |
WorldWide Telescope and Google Sky: New Technologies to Engage Students and the Public |
314 |
Landsberg, R. H.; SubbaRao, M. U.; Dettloff, L. |
The Spectrum of Citizen Science Projects in Astronomy and Space Science |
324 |
Méndez, B. J. H.; Day, B.; Gay, P. L.; Jacoby, S. H.; Raddick, M. J.; Walker, C. E.; Pompea, S. M. |
Fertile Ground for Astronomy in National Parks |
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Nordgren, T. E.; Richman, A. M.; Moore, C. A. |
Part IV. Poster Sessions
Conference Strand: Building on the Momentum of the International Year of Astronomy |
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UC Berkeley’s Celebration of the International Year of Astronomy 2009 |
347 |
Cobb, B. E.; Croft, S.; Silverman, J. M.; Klein, C.; Modjaz, M. |
Observing With NASA: Using Online Telescopes to Expand the Pipeline of Astronomy Learners |
351 |
Dussault, M.; Reinfeld, E.; Sienkiewizcz, F.; Deutsch, F.; Fruchtman, S.; Gould, R.; Smith, D. A.; Eisenhammer, B. |
Scientists Like Me: Faces of Discovery |
355 |
Enevoldsen, A. A. G.; Culp, S.; Trinh, A. |
StarryTelling: Discover the Galileo in You! |
359 |
Wallace, E. F. |
Using IYA to Bring the Universe Down to Earth in the Metro DC Area |
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Krishnamurthi, A.; Lochner, J. C.; Conaty, C.; Eyermann, S.; Ferrell, T.; Gliba, G.; Griswold, B.; Masetti, M.; Mitchell, S.; Reddy, F.; Toth, T.; VanDoren, A. |
Astronomy and Writing: A First-Year Cosmology Course for Nonmajors |
368 |
Martin, A. M. |
Modeling Teacher Professional Development Through a Telescope Making Workshop |
372 |
Meredith, J. T.; Schleigh, S. P.; Lee, T. D. |
Astronomy Posters and Trading Cards at Mauna Kea and in Japan |
379 |
Usuda, K. S. |
Involvement in and Sustainability of the Dark Skies Awareness Programs for the International Year of Astronomy |
383 |
Walker, C. E.; IYA2009 Dark Skies Working Group |
Conference Strand: Connecting the Sciences in the Year of Science |
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GSMT Education: Teaching about Adaptive Optics and Site Selection Using Extremely Large Telescopes |
389 |
Sparks, R. T.; Pompea, S. M. |
Conference Strand: Refining Our Practice |
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Extraordinary Matter: Visualizing Space Plasmas and Particles |
393 |
Barbier, S. B.; Bartolone, L.; Christian, E. R.; Eastman, T.; Lewis, E.; Thieman, J. |
Looking for Life in Extreme Environments on Earth and Beyond: Professional Development Workshop for Educators |
396 |
Droppo, R.; Pratt, L.; Suchecki, P. C. |
The Silicon Valley Astronomy Lecture Series: An Example of Cooperation among Many Domains of Astronomy Outreach |
404 |
Fraknoi, A. |
Get Your Students to do the Outreach! |
406 |
Hooper, E. J. |
Integrating Research, Teaching and Learning: Preparing the Future National STEM Faculty |
411 |
Hooper, E. J.; Pfund, C.; Mathieu, R. |
Utilizing the “Mental Model Building” Instructional Methodology, Coupled with Actual Lunar Observations and Data Gathering, in Teaching the Cause and Process of the Lunar Phases |
416 |
Mon, M. J.; Meyer, A. O. |
A Heliophysics Education and Public Outreach Effort: Training and Supporting the Trainers |
420 |
Peticolas, L.; Méndez, B. J. H.; Yan, D.; Bartolone, L.; Robinson, D.; Maggi, B.; Adams, P.; Walker, A.; Reiff, P.; Beisser, K.; Turney, D. |
New York Operation: Military Kids Afterschool Universe Cosmic Camps |
422 |
Schaff, N. |
Applying Lessons Learned from the First Air Slam |
426 |
Teays, T.; Ellsberry, A.; Bowden, M. |
An Update on the Journal Astronomy Education Review and Why Your Work Isn’t Done Until You Have Published |
428 |
Wolff, S.; Fraknoi, A.; Hockey, T.; Biemesderfer, C.; Johnson, J. |
Conference Strand: Bridging to the Future |
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Getting Lun(ar)y at McDonald Observatory |
433 |
Cianciolo, F.; Mace, J. K.; Fuechsl, R.; Preston, S.; Geiger, S. |
SNAP: An Astrophysical Camp That Flies High! |
437 |
Forbes, D.; English, D. |
Advancing the Future of STEM Workforce Development: The Capitol College Space Operations Institute |
440 |
Gibbs, M. G.; Walters, A.; Wagner, D. M.; Dolan, K.; Marius, J. L. |
Kids Capture Their Universe: An Afterschool Bridge from Science Content to Youth Development |
443 |
Hartman, M.; Porro, I.; Reinfeld, E.; Dussault, M. |
Making the Case for Quality Science Programming for Older Youth in Out-of-School Time |
447 |
Porro, I. |
Students Across Texas Celebrate Astronomy Day |
451 |
Preston, S.; Wetzel, M.; Hemenway, M. K. |
Conference Strand: Other |
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The Next Generation of NASA Night Sky Network: A Searchable Nationwide Database of Astronomy Events |
456 |
Ames, Z.; Berendsen, M.; White, V. |
Seeing the Invisible: Educating the Public on Planetary Magnetic Fields and How they Affect Atmospheres |
460 |
Fillingim, M. O.; Brain, D. A.; Peticolas, L. M.; Schultz, G.; Yan, D.; Guevara, S.; Randol, S. |
Stars Over Mauna Kea: Creating an IYA Supplement in Your Local Newspaper |
463 |
Harvey, J. |
EPO in Oregon 2009 |
467 |
Kang, R. |
Astronomy Outreach Activities for Special Needs Children and Their Families |
470 |
Lubowich, D. |
Top Stars: An Opportunity for Educators |
478 |
Kinnison, S. M. P. |
Song (Education) and Dance (Measurements) of Astronomy in the Classroom |
486 |
Rodrigue, M.; Mayes, D.; O’Brien, L.; Heywood, D.; Bennum, D. |
Las Cumbres Observatory Global Telescope Network: Keeping Education in the Dark |
488 |
Ross, R. |
The Sunrise, Sunset, and Noontime Phenomena in Different Locations along the Same Longitude |
490 |
Massalha, D. T. |
Part V. Resources |
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The Moon: A Resource Guide |
505 |
Fraknoi, A. |
UFO’s: A Lot Less than Meets the Eye |
514 |
Fraknoi, A. |
Debunking Astronomical Fiction Science: A Resource Guide |
517 |
Fraknoi, A. |
Web Resources for Teaching Astronomy in Grades 3–12 |
522 |
Fraknoi, A. |
Science Fiction Stories with Good Astronomy and Physics: A Topical Index |
526 |
Fraknoi, A. |
Back Matter |
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Cosmos in the Classroom 2010 |
548 |
Barnes, Jonathan; Smith, Denise A.; Gibbs, Michael G.; Manning, James G. |
About the Editors |
549 |
Barnes, Jonathan; Smith, Denise A.; Gibbs, Michael G.; Manning, James G. |
Author Index |
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Barnes, Jonathan; Smith, Denise A.; Gibbs, Michael G.; Manning, James G. |
Back matter |
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Barnes, Jonathan; Smith, Denise A.; Gibbs, Michael G.; Manning, James G. |
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