Shaw-IAU Workshops by the OAE

A solar eclipse is one of the most awe-inspiring spectacles that can be witnessed. The recommended method for viewing an eclipse safely is using eclipse glasses or a telescope fitted with a solar filter. But these tools are not available to the majority of people around the world. This talk will showcase two simple methods (pinhole and mirror projection) for viewing a solar eclipse using household objects, thus making eclipse viewing easy, affordable and accessible.

About Sarah Abotsi-Masters

After gaining a B.Sc in Physics from the University of Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, Sarah spent many
years in IT in a variety of roles including Programmer, IT Training Professional, IT Support, and
Customer Relationship Management. Her passion for astronomy was ignited in 2009 when she first visited the Planetarium in Accra. She has been deeply involved with the Planetarium ever since, and has gained a wealth of experience in selecting, adapting, developing and delivering astronomy
presentations and activities in an informal education setting. Sarah is currently the Weekend and Special events Coordinator at the Planetarium, organising weekend events for children, families and the general public, as well as special events such as teacher’s workshops, school visits and setting up school astronomy clubs. Sarah is the General Secretary of the African Astronomical Society (AfAS), as well as being a founder member and Secretary of the Astronomical Society of Ghana

Watch a recording of this talk (external link)