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Astronomical Literacy: a constellation of signifiers for Astronomy Education

Poster
Astronomy Education Research
IAU OAE Conference 2026
Tuesday Nov. 17, 2026
UTC: 8 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. America/New_York: 3 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday Nov. 18, 2026
UTC: 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. America/New_York: 9 a.m.- 10:30 a.m.
UTC: 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. America/New_York: 2:30 p.m.- 4 p.m.
Thursday Nov. 19, 2026
UTC: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. America/New_York: 6:30 a.m.- 8 a.m.

Gleici Kelly de Lima

(Coordinator Polo Astronomical of the Videira, holding a doctorate in Science Education (UNESP/Bauru).)

Gleici Kelly de Lima

This qualitative theoretical study developed a proposal for scientific literacy in non-formal educational settings, grounded in the intersection of psychoanalytic theory and astronomy education. It aimed to formulate propositions for children's scientific literacy. The study produced the "Astronomical Literacy Constellation," a symbolic design composed of five stars: word, space, play, experience, and reverie. These stars are connected by imaginary lines representing the transference relationship—the relationship with the other within the educational process. Through this created constellation, astronomical literacy can bridge the realms of subjectivity and the field of astronomy education.

Biography:

Holds a PhD and a Master’s degree in Science Education from UNESP/Bauru; volunteer professor at the "Lionel José Andriatto" Didactic Astronomy Observatory (ODA); member of the International Astronomical Union’s National Outreach Committee (IAU-NOC Brazil). Advisor to the Videira/SC Astronomy Center. Associate Editor of the "Latin American Journal of Astronomy Education" (RELEA).