Shaw-IAU Workshops by the OAE

The study integrates the interdisciplinary nature of astronomical data sonification with STEAM education concepts, designing a series of workshops to explore new teaching models for astronomy education. Conducted in middle schools, the workshops involve students selecting galaxy images that interest them and resonate with real-life contexts after learning about relevant astronomical knowledge and sonification techniques. Students then create their own simple musical pieces with the guidance of teacher. A post-workshop survey revealed students' positive attitudes toward the sonification of astronomical data. The workshops not only deepened students' understanding of astronomy but also fostered creativity and interdisciplinary problem-solving skills.

Biography:

Lai Xinyu is a graduate of Shandong University in China, where she majored in Space Science and Technology. She is pursuing a master's degree in Media Design at Keio University in Japan. Her research focuses on the intersection of astronomy and art, with a passion for making astronomy accessible to a broader audience in an easy-to-understand manner. Beyond conveying knowledge, she is also interested in the cultural significance of astronomy and hopes that the public can find personal motivation, inspiration, and resonance within the context of astronomy.