Great hands-on astronomy resources

These astronomy resources were developed to promote active learning in astronomy and physical science for all students. They include both in-class opportunities and out of class opportunitie... See More

These astronomy resources were developed to promote active learning in astronomy and physical science for all students. They include both in-class opportunities and out of class opportunities. The projects that developed these resources were sponsored by NASA Data Center at DePaul University, the National Science Foundation, the Department of Defense, and Department of Energy. Hands-On Universe (HOU) is an out of class opportunity. It would be great field trip for those that lived in the area. Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA) Active Astronomy (AA) curriculum kits are in class opportunities. These kits include lessons about SOFIA, a NASA airborne infrared (IR) telescope mission. The lessons are ideal for all students because no one can observe infrared radiation or other portion of the electromagnetic spectrum without aid. The AA classroom demonstration kits contain hands-on activities which are designed to enhance instruction about the electromagnetic spectrum for middle and high school students. I am looking forward to using these kits with my Earth Science class.