Teaching and Learning Astronomy

Teaching and Learning Astronomy

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  • Author: Jay Pasachoff
  • Publisher: Cambridge University Press
  • ISBN: 9780521842624
  • Category : Science
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 296

Astronomy is taught in schools worldwide, but few schoolteachers have any background in astronomy or astronomy teaching, and available resources may be insufficient or non-existent. This volume highlights the many places for astronomy in the curriculum; relevant education research and 'best practice'; strategies for pre-service and in-service teacher education; the use of the Internet and other technologies; and the role that planetariums, observatories, science centres, and organisations of professional and amateur astronomers can play. The special needs of developing countries, and other under-resourced areas are also highlighted. The book concludes by addressing how the teaching and learning of astronomy can be improved worldwide. This valuable overview is based on papers and posters presented by experts at a Special Session of the International Astronomical Union.


Teaching and Learning Astronomy

Teaching and Learning Astronomy

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  • Author: Jay Pasachoff
  • Publisher: Cambridge University Press
  • ISBN: 9780521115391
  • Category : Science
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 284

Based on papers and posters presented by experts at a Special Session of the International Astronomical Union, this volume highlights the many places for astronomy in the curriculum. It covers relevant education research and "best practice"; strategies for pre-service and in-service teacher education; the use of the Internet and other technologies; and the role that planetariums, observatories, science centers, and organizations can play. It concludes by addressing how the teaching and learning of astronomy can be improved worldwide.


New Trends in Astronomy Teaching

New Trends in Astronomy Teaching

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  • Author: L. Gouguenheim
  • Publisher: Cambridge University Press
  • ISBN: 9780521623735
  • Category : Science
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 378

How do students learn astronomy? How can the World-Wide Web be used to teach? And how do planetariums help with educating the public? These are just some of the timely questions addressed in this stimulating review of new trends in the teaching of astronomy. Based on an international meeting hosted by the University of London and the Open University (IAU Colloquium 162), this volume presents articles by experts from around the world. The proceedings of the first IAU Colloquium (105), The Teaching of Astronomy, edited by Percy and Pasachoff, were first published in 1990 and soon became established as the definitive resource for astronomy teachers. Astronomy education has advanced enormously in the intervening 7 years, and this sequel will inspire and encourage teachers of astronomy at all levels and provide them with wealth of ideas and experience on which to build.


Research on Teaching Astronomy in the Planetarium

Research on Teaching Astronomy in the Planetarium

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  • Author: Timothy F. Slater
  • Publisher: Springer
  • ISBN: 3319572024
  • Category : Science
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 131

From a noted specialist in astronomy education and outreach, this Brief provides an overview of the most influential discipline-based science education research literature now guiding contemporary astronomy teaching. In recent years, systematic studies of effective and efficient teaching strategies have provided a solid foundation for enhancing college-level students’ learning in astronomy. Teaching astronomy and planetary science at the college-level was once best characterized as professor-centered, information-download lectures. Today, astronomy faculty are striving to drastically improve the learning environment by using innovative teaching approaches. Uniquely, the authors have organized this book around strands of commonly employed astronomy teaching strategies to help readers, professors, and scholars quickly access the most relevant work while, simultaneously, avoiding the highly specialized, technical vocabulary of constructivist educational pedagogies unfamiliar to most astronomy professors. For readers who are currently teaching astronomy at the college level—or those who plan on teaching at the college level in the future—this Brief provides an indispensable guide.


Teaching Astronomy in Schools

Teaching Astronomy in Schools

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  • Author: Ernest Agar Beet
  • Publisher: Cambridge University Press
  • ISBN: 1316509796
  • Category : Science
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 89

Originally published in 1962, this book was designed as a classroom guide to teach school students the fundamental principals of astronomy. Chapters are readily understandable with clear subject headings such as 'In the open air', 'The school telescope' and 'Teaching aids'. Diagrams, a bibliography and an index are included for reference.


Great Ideas for Teaching Astronomy

Great Ideas for Teaching Astronomy

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  • Author: Stephen M. Pompea
  • Publisher: Cengage Learning
  • ISBN: 9780534373016
  • Category : Astronomy
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 0

Written and revised in response to requests from teachers for ideas that can be used to improve astronomy teaching, this new expanded edition offers dozens of ideas, demonstrations, and analogies gathered from over 40 teachers around the world.


Innovation in Astronomy Education

Innovation in Astronomy Education

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  • Author: Jay M. Pasachoff
  • Publisher: Cambridge University Press
  • ISBN: 9781107412873
  • Category : Science
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 0

Astronomy leads to an understanding of the history and nature of science, and attracts many young people to education in science and technology. But while in many countries astronomy is not part of the standard curriculum, many scientific and educational societies and government agencies have produced materials and educational resources in astronomy for all educational levels. This volume highlights the general strategies for effective teaching and introduces innovative points of view regarding methods of teaching and learning, particularly those using new technologies. Technology is used in astronomy both for obtaining observations and for teaching. The book also presents ideas for how astronomy can be connected to environmental issues and other topics of public interest. This valuable overview is based on papers and posters presented by many of the world's leading astronomy educators at a Special Session of the International Astronomical Union General Assembly in Prague in 2006.


Project SPICA

Project SPICA

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  • Author: Nadine Butcher Ball
  • Publisher: Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company
  • ISBN:
  • Category : Astronomy
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 282


Active Learning Tutorials for Astronomy and the Planetary Sciences

Active Learning Tutorials for Astronomy and the Planetary Sciences

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  • Author: Stephanie Slater
  • Publisher:
  • ISBN: 9781515190653
  • Category :
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 146

Building on discipline-based astronomy education research on how people learn, each of the 60 included ACTIVE LEARNING TUTORIALs-or ALTs for short-takes into account and targets common misconceptions students have about astronomy and space science. Astronomy is the study of the entire Universe after all, and novice learners need guidance on how to make sense of it all. These ALTs support students' thinking by providing the supportive cognitive frameworks they need to most effectively wrestle with new ideas while helping students keep from getting overwhelmed. Each ALT is short, requiring only 5-7 minutes of time, and focusing on a single aspect of an overarching idea. At the same time, these ALTs rely heavily on illustrations and are written to be effective with students who haven't yet become strong textbook readers and those who may not yet be completely fluent in English as their first language. In order for students to "think," they first have to know something. These ALTs are not designed to be used in the absence of lecture or reading; rather, they are best used as a supplement to your teaching. They provide students with extended experiences and engagement in astronomy so that they can deepen their understanding and retain the ideas longerWhen used in a supportive learning environment, these ALTs will help the widest possible diversity of students learn astronomy. Most instructors use the ALTs during class time to break up their lecture by asking students to come to consensus answers while working in small learning groups.


Learning Astronomy by Doing Astronomy, 2nd Edition Workbook

Learning Astronomy by Doing Astronomy, 2nd Edition Workbook

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  • Author: Stacy Palen
  • Publisher: W. W. Norton
  • ISBN: 9780393419849
  • Category : Science
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 0

Research shows that students learn best by doing. This workbook, written by two master teachers, contains 36 field-tested activities, including nine new to the Second Edition, that span the introductory astronomy course and can be used in any size classroom. Each activity is now self-contained with an introduction that provides necessary background material for students. Activities are built around a concept that leads students from basic knowledge to a deeper understanding through guided interactions. The Second Edition is supported by Smartwork5, so instructors can easily assess student understanding.