Shaw-IAU Workshops by the OAE

Students can be encouraged to astronomy by what I call the ‘Amazing Astronomy Programme Initiative’. Its important that students own projects and feel connected in an exciting new way of using remote observing. Students carry out astronomy observations and research projects using robotic telescopes from there schools and colleges. Projects of interest can be adaptable with hands-on activities focusing on concepts in astronomy, digital imaging, light & colour, etc. These elements alone are designed to support authentic inquiry: e.g. requesting images with a robotic telescope; using image processing software to enhance and make measurements of images; asking questions; connecting science to everyday life.

Biography:

I'm an Astronomer working for Space Exploration Ltd in Ireland. We have a suite of powerful robotic research grade telescopes in a UNESCO Starlight Reserve area in southern Spain, in order to provide superb resources for teachers, students and researchers. My participation (including published papers) in Astronomy Education includes carrying out an astronomy pilot programmes on robotic telescopes for schools for the Department of Education.

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