Astronomy Education As The 'Academic Ether' In Bolivia
TalkAstronomy education around the world
2nd Shaw-IAU Workshop
Thursday Oct. 8, 2020
UTC: 8:40 p.m. - 8:50 p.m. America/New_York: 4:40 p.m.- 4:50 p.m.
Gabriel Jaimes (Fundacion Educacional San Agustin (F.E.S.A.))
Tools, opportunities and experiences. Some key features for building the future of Astronomy
& Space Sciences in Bolivia. Considering an analogy in terms of 'ether' definition, it can be
found that Bolivia's Astronomy present passion for science, ancestral background and big
potential on students, teachers and community that is involved with educational, outreaching
and future initiatives for the development with big challenges to a front.
About Gabriel Jaimes
Gabriel Jaimes is a young Bolivian professional passionate for Astronomy & Space Sciences. He completed the Master in Space Technology Applications Program from Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics (BUAA). Currently, he is the leader for NAEC team for Bolivia.
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