41. Department Of Physics And Astronomy: Activities And Events News and Activities. News. Quantum Gravity 2005 (QG05) Conference Ongoing Activities. *SPS — Society of Physics Students. *S?S — Physics Honor Society. http://www.olemiss.edu/depts/physics_and_astronomy/activities/

Physics Home Search Advanced Search News and Activities News Quantum Gravity 2005 (QG05) Conference Recent Events 2005 Commencement DOSAR Workshop '05 at Ole' Miss 2004 Muon Collider - Ring Cooler Workshop MAP (Mississippi Association of Physicists) Spring meeting 2004 Sigma Pi Sigma Induction Ongoing Activities SPS Colloquia Physics Learning Center MAP You are the 400th visitor. Webmaster: David Sanders Last Modified: Tuesday, 17-May-2005 12:02:49 CDT Contact the Department of Physics and Astronomy

42. A Collection Of Hands-on Astronomy Activities In Spanish From The Astronomical S Source Astronomical Society of the Pacific. A Collection of Handson astronomy activities in Spanish from the Astronomical Society of the Pacific http://www.spaceref.com/news/viewpr.html?pid=8475

43. Welcome To The Roper Mountain Astronomers' Website Promoting amateur astronomy activities in upstate South Carolina. http://www.rmastro.com/

GREENVILLE, SC Your browser does not support inline frames or is currently configured not to display inline frames. Why did not somebody teach me the constellations and make me at home in the starry heavens, which are always overhead, and which I don't half know to this day? THOMAS CARLYLE English writer Note: RMA Club Meetings have moved from second Thursday to third Thursday September 2005 RMA Meeting Agenda: "General Relativity" September 15th - 7:30 p.m. Dr. William Baker will be doing a program for us on General Relativity at our September meeting. October 2005 RMA Meeting Agenda: "Yerkes Observatory - Past, Present and Future" October 20th - 7:30 p.m. Gayle Riggsbee will be doing a program for us on the Yerkes Observatory. Check Calendar Events User Friendly Calendar of Events Our Calendar of Events is your one stop for all the activities such as star parties (local and regional), RMA general meetings, outreach programs, and DSOG observing sessions and more. Meeting Refreshments Contact us by clicking HERE about signing up Sign-up today to bring refreshments to an upcoming club meeting. Members will be reimbursed up to $30 for refreshments with proof of purchase. If no member signs up to bring refreshments in a particular month we will not have any after the meeting.

44. UNIVERSE 2000 EXPO Brings A Universe Of Space And Astronomy Activities To The Pa Source Astronomical Society of the Pacific. UNIVERSE 2000 EXPO Brings a Universe of Space and astronomy activities To the Pasadena Convention Center July http://www.spaceref.com/news/viewpr.html?pid=2082

45. Astronomy Activities And Schedules activities and newsletters. Astrofest (October 25 26, 2002); WIYNfest 2002 Astronomy/Physics Open House (2000); Physics and Astronomy Open House (2002) http://enif.astro.indiana.edu/activities.html

46. Skylights:Online Astronomy Activities Online astronomy activities. Interactive, inquirybased lesson avaiable on Craigmont Planetarium Web site soon; more to follow. by Rebecca Finley http://www.craigmont.org/astronln.htm

Online Astronomy Activities Interactive, inquiry-based lesson avaiable on Craigmont Planetarium Web site soon; more to follow by Rebecca Finley As a part of its outreach program, Craigmont Planetarium is working on an online astronomy module to be used along with the general science curriculum. Students will complete the module through distance learning, a type of education that does not take place in one classroom setting. In this course, students will be able to chat with and e-mail other students and teachers about their research, their lab work, and their outdoor observations. This type of learning is different from computer based training because the students will have an opportunity to interact with other students and teachers through the computer - not just interact with the computer. The program is targeted at upper elementary and middle school aged students, from ages nine - fourteen. Students who participate in this program should be highly motivated, but they do not necessarily have to be extremely gifted. The program is designed for fourth or fifth grade understanding, but it will accommodate readers at a lower grade level as well. The first module deals with the phases of the Moon. Students will keep a Moon journal, in which they record the phases of the Moon they observe each day of the month; participate in chat sessions; and read and study charts and other information pertaining to the Moon. There will also be optional activities and simulations in which students can choose to participate.

47. SALT/HET In doing astronomy activities in the classroom, many skills that are useful in other areas of school, and life, are required. Astronomy can become the focus http://outreach.as.utexas.edu/marykay/educ.html

Paper Presented at the SALT/HET meeting in Cape Town, South Africa on 5 March 1998 Building Public Support for Astronomy through School-Based Education Mary Kay Hemenway University of Texas at Austin Abstract Strong science instruction in elementary/secondary schools nurtures the general public's interest in science as well as prepares students to make technological decisions in the future as adult citizens. Simultaneous efforts providing professional development for teachers and interacting with professional societies and government agencies work together to support the goal of science literacy for all. Keywords: education, professional development, teachers, standards Introduction Besides being intrinsically interesting to school children, there are other reasons for teaching astronomy in the elementary/secondary schools. Astronomy lends itself well to interdisciplinary studies; it can be used to incorporate mathematics, language arts, social studies, as well as other sciences (e.g., physics, chemistry, geology, and biology). In doing astronomy activities in the classroom, many skills that are useful in other areas of school, and life, are required. Astronomy can become the focus of a high-interest curriculum where learning occurs in a classroom community that values scientific habits of mind and attitudes, and promotes social values conducive to learning. These values and habits are important for the scientific literacy of all people. Two strategies have been employed to bring more astronomy into schools: professional development of teachers and working within societal structures to influence standards and frameworks of instruction.

48. SHSU Astronomy Activities astronomy activities. SHSU Observatory The Planetarium also offers astronomy programs for all school age children. Call (936) 2941601 for more http://www.shsu.edu/~ast_www/

Astronomy Activities SHSU Observatory THE OLD SHSU OBSERVATORY SHSU opens its Country Campus Observatory to the public several nights each Fall and Spring semester. The next public star party will be announced shortly. SHSU Planetarium The Planetarium presents several free public programs during the Fall and Spring Semesters. The next planetarium show will be during the Fall semesester. The planetarium is located in room 102 of the Farrington Building. The Planetarium also offers astronomy programs for all school age children. Call (936) 294-1601 for more information. Shipping the old Tinsley telescope to its new home in New England. Moving Day, May 13, 1998 Moving the dome from the old observatory site to the new one. Lift-Off! The dome in place at the new SHSU Observatory on Knox Circle off of Highway 19 near Riverside, Texas. Roll-off covers in background house 24-inch, 18-inch and 8-inch telescopes. Dome being cleaned Dome freshly painted. The foundation in the foreground is for a classroom and storage building now under construction. 24-inch telescope installation completed in September, 1998. Telescope constructed by Andy Saulietis of DTG Instruments.

49. Scopes For Schools General Info Student participants benefit from astronomy activities that are inquiry and standards-based, and from a hands-on experience building and using telescopes http://people.vanderbilt.edu/~keivan.stassun/scopes/general.htm

General Information Introduction: The Scopes for Schools program is a low-cost, field-tested model for professional astronomers to conduct outreach, curriculum development, and teacher professional development in astronomy. The program is aimed at minority and other underserved students (but all students may participate), with an emphasis on curriculum development and on professional development for teachers. Teacher participants benefit from: inservice workshops which enhance astronomy content, and pedagogical content knowledge; curriculum materials (activities) and hardware (telescopes and digital cameras) for bringing hands-on astronomy to the classroom; and a long-term partnership with University scientists for ongoing curriculum and pedagogical development. Student participants benefit from astronomy activities that are inquiry- and standards-based, and from a hands-on experience building and using telescopes and digital cameras. Motivation: A significant factor in the under-representation of minorities in science is the lack of adequate exposure during the K-12 years to meaningful (i.e. "real") experiences in science. In astronomy, this results from a combination of little-to-no teacher training in basic astronomy, and from lack of curricular and other resources. Another important factor is the lack of interaction between practicing scientists and schools with under-served populations.

50. MAP To stimulate participation in astronomy activities among club members. 6. Provide members a means to share their observing experiences. http://www.twcac.org/Learning/map.htm

The Wilderness Center Astronomy Club Members Achievement Program May 5, 2002 Purpose The purpose of the Members Achievement Program is to: 1. Provide a means to educate members with respect to astronomical observing and astronomy in general from beginning to advanced topics. 2. Provide structured and individualized activities for every level of observing experience. 3. Provide a means to recognize members with individual talents, abilities or experience. 4. Provide a method to inspire members to do more and better observing. 5. To stimulate participation in astronomy activities among club members. 6. Provide members a means to share their observing experiences. 7. Provide a method of developing the capabilities of the WCAC by developing the capabilities of its individual members. 8. Provide members a means to contribute to science and society as a whole. In general, the Members Achievement Program is a method for club members to gain “points” for making astronomical observations or for participating in astronomy related activities. These points cannot be redeemed for any prizes or anything of monetary value whatsoever except for the feeling of pride of achievement. There are five “levels” that members can progress through. The first two levels are primarily for beginning amateur astronomers, but more advanced astronomers may wish to complete the first two levels anyway just for fun. Members that do not wish to complete the first two levels may elect not to. The club will recognize members who have achieved new levels by:

51. Project ASTRO Tucson to evening or weekend family events doing fun astronomy activities together; Family ASTRO programs and do astronomy activities at regional workshops http://www.noao.edu/education/astro_about.html

NOAO Education Project Astro ASTRO Information ... News About Project ASTRO Family Astro ASTRO-Chile Spanish Language ... Partners Project ASTRO, Tucson NOAO Educational Outreach Programs for Regional, National and International Arenas Project ASTRO Project ASTRO emerged at a time when the decreasing numbers of students interested in science and low scores on standardized science tests suggested that science education in the United States had reached a crisis point. A primary goal of Project ASTRO is to get students interested in science and maintain that interest through fun, hands-on activities that teach important concepts in astronomy. The program developed from a series of weekend workshops on teaching astronomy sponsored by the Astronomical Society of the Pacific. In the basic model, Project ASTRO staff organize an initial workshop for the educators and astronomers to meet, exchange information, and learn about Project ASTRO and its goals. The pairing of educators and astronomers is seen as a true partnership, where each professional brings their unique skills to the project. During the nominal two-day workshop, partners are encouraged to get to know one another and the activities included in the text, "Universe at Your Fingertips," through joint demonstra-tions. This introduction to the material not only helps participants to use the text effectively, but also encourages partners to work together to think about ways they might adapt the activities to their students and their specific skills.

52. Teacher Professional Development Day_night.gif (416 Bytes) During over 90 handson astronomy activities for grades K-12, and a workshop CD-ROM. to 150 hands-on inquiry-based astronomy activities, a workshop CD-ROM, http://www.raritanval.edu/planetarium/workshops/

Teacher Professional Development During the Fall of 2005 the New Jersey Astronomy Center for Education (NJACE) will be offering a total of nine workshops. For a listing of our offerings and registration forms see below. All workshops address the New Jersey Science Content Standards in Astronomy as well as the New Jersey Science Process Standards . Teachers will learn about and gain a better understanding of a variety of concepts in astronomy through a selection of the best available hands-on inquiry based activities. New Jersey is the only state in the nation that has a separate astronomy content standard for grades K-12 with performance expectations students in for grades 2, 4, 6, 8 and 12 in four strands: A – Sun, Earth, Moon, B – Solar System, C – Stars, D- Galaxies and the Universe . Questions on astronomy will be on the and the th grade GEPA , and the 11th/12th grade HSPA Our workshops will provide teachers with the tools and a deeper understanding of the content knowledge necessary to teach astronomy successfully. Our workshops continuously have been receiving the highest ratings from teachers of all grade levels. At every workshop a hand full of teachers share with us that this was the best and most useful workshop they ever attended.

53. High School Astronomy Activities: Michael J. Polashenski Click the High School Activities link on the left for further details. Numerous websites have been explored regarding the history of astronomy, astronomy http://www.ifa.hawaii.edu/~meech/mp/intro.html

History of the Telescope for High School Physics Telescope History High School Activities Websites - Telescope History Websites - Astronomy Education ... Personal Webpage This website has been constructed by Michael J. Polashenski in partial fulfillment of ASTR 699 - Topics in Astronomy Education at the University of Hawaii under the direction of Professor Karen Meech during the summer of 2001. An investigation of the history of telescopes and their construction was undertaken. A brief report on this history with ideas for use in the physics classroom can be found by clicking on the "Telescope History" link to your left. A variety of high school activities are also being designed and tested. some of these activities will utilize a 10" Dobsonian telescope awarded by the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory. Click the "High School Activities" link on the left for further details. Numerous websites have been explored regarding the history of astronomy, astronomy education, and astronomical equipment for high school use. Brief annotations and links to these sites can also be found by clicking on the relevant links to the left. Last modified: July 17, 2001

54. Institute For Astronomy, University Of Hawaii Other UH astronomy activities. Although the IfA is by far the largest astronomy organization at the University of Hawaii, astronomy education and research http://www.ifa.hawaii.edu/gradprog/other_uh_programs.htm

Academics - Graduate program - Undergraduate program - Course schedules ... - Gradrep's page Research Facilities - Mauna Kea - Haleakala - IfA - Other UH astronomy Other UH astronomy - Physics - Chemistry - Geophysics - Hilo ... - Community Colleges Maintained by W-W Other UH astronomy activities Although the IfA is by far the largest astronomy organization at the University of Hawaii, astronomy education and research is conducted at several other university departments. We have colleagues in the following organizations: Department of Physics and Astronomy The Department of Physics and Astronomy at UH-Manoa operates a separate physics graduate program and has vigorous research groups with particular emphases on particle astrophysics, elementary particle physics, nanoscience and free electron lasers. The particle astrophysics group is involved in several neutrino detection experiments, including ANITA (the Antarctic Impulsive Transient Antenna)

55. The Lowell Observatory Navajo-Hopi Astronomy Outreach Program An important aspect is to present astronomy activities in ways that foster learning specifically by The program featured astronomy classroom activities, http://www.lowell.edu/users/outreach/outreach.html

The Lowell Observatory Navajo-Hopi Astronomy Outreach Program Project Description One group that is striving to improve the education of their children is Native Americans. It is also a group that has been nearly absent from the physical sciences. Furthermore, among the Navajo and Hopi in northern Arizona and New Mexico, few science teachers at Navajo and Hopi schools are themselves Native Americans, resulting in a lack of science role models for students. When asked to describe a professional astronomer before ever seeing one, many students in several 7th and 8th grade Navajo classes described an astronomer as a middle-aged, white male with a foreign accent. This picture is not conducive to having the students think of astronomy or science as a career for themselves. Nevertheless, both the Hopi and Navajo are keenly interested in improving their science education. Located in northern Arizona, adjacent to the Navajo and Hopi lands, Lowell Observatory is optimally situated to share the excitement of astronomy with several Native American peoples and contribute to enhancing science education in their schools. Therefore, in the summer of 1996 we initiated an outreach program to bring the excitement of astronomy to Navajo (Dine) and Hopi schools ( history funding ). (See Mercury, May/June 1999, Vol. 28, No. 3, page 18 for a published summary of our program).

56. LEARN Volume III ASP s astronomy activities in Spanish El Universo a sus pies A 490page collection of some of the very best astronomy and space science activities, http://www.lowell.edu/Public/LEARN/voliii6.htm

LEARN Volume III, Number 6 (June 2002) Edited by Kevin Schindler, Senior Supervisor for School and Special Programs, Lowell Observatory In this issue: *Important dates in June *DiscoverySchool.com *June 10th solar eclipse *A.S.P.'s Astronomy Activities in Spanish *International Dark-Sky Association *Comprehend the Cosmos *SOFIA Important dates in June June 2: Last quarter moon. June 8: Giovanni Cassini, 17th century astronomer and namesake of the Cassini Mission to Saturn, was born in 1625. For more information about Cassini see http://me.in-berlin.de/~jd/himmel/astro/Cassini-e.html For more information about the Cassini Mission to Saturn see http://www.jpl.nasa.gov/cassini/ June 8: In 1959 the first X-15 flight took place. For more information about the X-15 research program see http://www.dfrc.nasa.gov/History/x-15_speech/x15-1spch.html For general information about NASA's Research Airplane Program see http://www.dfrc.nasa.gov/PAO/PAIS/HTML/FS-031-DFRC.html June 10: Annular solar eclipse. For details see "June 10th solar eclipse" section below.

57. AASTRA September 1994 - March 1995 Reports She is eager to share her astronomy activities with the grade 35 children. Their Awesome astronomy activities had a special emphasis on phases of the http://www.aas.org/~aastra/file3.html

Agent Reports from March 1995 Bob Madewell traveled to Coral Gables, FL on February 18 to present a three hour workshop on daytime activities in astronomy. Bob included the quadrant, several solar activities, and Oobleck . All the participants received a seven-hour homework assignment as part of the program. Dayton, Ohio was the site of Mike Eier's workshop on stars on February 18. Mike included activities from Project SPICA , Ranger Rick's Astronomy Adventures , and GEMS that explored the nature of stars and how we view them. Jan Derby presented a 6-hour workshop in the Christa McAuliffe Planetarium in Concord, NH on February 13. The teachers explored the earth-moon system, sizes of planets, and distances within the solar system. They also attended a planetarium show and learned about "Getting Started in Observing." Bridget Ruane presented workshops on February 9 in the Lana'i School Wrestling room and on February 22 in the Kaunakakai Elementary School Library in Hawaii. Both workshops featured building your own portable planetarium, creating constellations, and the use of myths in teaching astronomy. Bridget scheduled a star party at each site the Saturday following the workshop. Bluffton, OH secondary school teachers performed several solar system activities with

58. [58]  Liaison Statement - Information On Radio Astronomy Activities Between 275 58 Liaison statement Information on radio astronomy activities between 275 and 3 000 GHz. ITU-R WP1A. Spectrum engineering techniques. Contribution 58 http://www.itu.int/md/meetingdoc.asp?type=sitems&lang=e&parent=R03-WP1A-C-0058

59. [70]  Information On Radio Astronomy Activities Between 275 And 3000 GHz 70 Information on radio astronomy activities between 275 and 3000 GHz. ITUR WP7D. Radio-astronomy. Contribution 70. Received on 2005-02-25 From Brazil http://www.itu.int/md/meetingdoc.asp?type=sitems&lang=e&parent=R03-WP7D-C-0070

60. Astronomy Activities Here are activities to help explain some of the principles and phenomena in This craft teaches young astronomers about the different types of stars in http://www.roamingastronomer.com/marsastro/resource.htm

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