ASTR 486 - Astronomy Education and Public Outreach

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University of Arizona

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Description:

Description: The four overarching ideas about astronomy education and public outreach that frame this course can be summarized as: (1) the main conceptual ideas that students and the public need to be engaged in regarding astronomy; (2) a working knowledge of science education research and how people learn astronomy in different venues; (3) the most effective strategies to partner with and disseminate materials to K-14 formal learning entities; and (4) the nature of effective informal free-choice learning environments (including modern museums, planetariums, observatory visitor centers, and science centers). Students will study and apply contemporary learning theory in a variety of learning environments and critically evaluate existing products and programs as preparation for planning and evaluating novel programs. Course is characterized by discussion on assigned readings, mini-lectures, field-trips, evaluation of existing programs, and by creation of new programs. Grading: Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E. May be repeated: for a total of 9 units of credit. May be convened with: ASTR 586. Usually offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.arizona.edu

Phone Number:

(520) 621-2211

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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