MARCH 2015/2018 W r i t e s u b t i t e l h e r e i n s m a l l c a p s G e n e r a l p r e s e n t a t i o n
OBJECTIVES Stimulate the new generation of space-oriented scientists, with focus on girls and ethnic minorities. Use space and the Universe to broaden children s minds, raise awareness to the importance of space sciences in everyday life, develop a sense of European and global citizenship, and foster tolerance for diverse culture. Build long-term partnerships between people from different cultural backgrounds and countries inside and outside Europe. Help build the scientific and technological capacity of developing countries, particularly in Africa 2
EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES MOOC, teacher trainings, workshops Citizen science activities New educational toolkits Access to high quality resources with a focus on current missions and global concerns Space Career Hub Existing resources 3
EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES The resources will be created using inquiry based methods and hands on approaches for primary and secondary schools, and science museums. Ready to use quality material selected through peer-review Easy integration in European curricula Easy to use in non-science disciplines High attention to diversity and inclusion Material translated into at least 8 European languages 4
EDUCATIONAL KITS Our Wonderful Universe Our Fragile Planet Navigation through the Ages Islamic Heritage Kit Focuses primarily on Space/Astronomy and approaches topics like The Sun-Earth-Moon system, Galaxies, Stars. Focuses on our planet Earth: its composition, surface, waters, climate, biodiversity and even climate change. It offers entry-points into Geography, Biology and even History. Offers fascinating perspectives into topics from the basic concepts of navigation to celestial navigation, instruments used, and even satellite navigation/gps systems. A materialization of one of the project s objective, it brings awareness to the contribution of Islamic scientists to the development of Astronomy during the middle ages and also addresses the need to respond to the current political and humanitarian issue on migration.
SPACE CAREER HUB Share the excitement and challenges of space science careers: Promotion of role models Explore existing space careers and learn how to pursue them Engage with professionals in space and technology Resources on space career counselling Through: Live talks about space science (webinars) Career exploration (different careers post-cards) Interviews with professionals Booklets & posters A parent/teacher corner with career guidance/counselling resources 6
OUTREACH TO SCHOOLS, TEACHERS & EDUCATORS Activities based on the four themes mentioned earlier: Development of teacher training modules Development of a MOOC Organisation of an international workshop Development of an international network 7
OUTREACH TO YOUTH & FAMILIES Involvement of Science Centres Promotion of citizen science initiatives Development of social media activities Regular release of Space Scoop (astronomy news in a simple language, targeting primary school children and update regularly with translation into many languages (EU & non-eu) 8
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PRODUCTS & DISSEMINATION Website & resources translated in at least 8 European languages A website for youth, families, teachers, and educators Active social media Regular press releases International workshop High impact event at the European Parliament 10
TIMELINE 2015 Social media launch in September Development of educational resources 2016 Website launch in January Ready to use resources in spring (EN 8 languages in September) International workshop for teachers in October 2017 High level event at the European Parliament Development of science career additional material 11
PARTNERS Coordinator: Leiden Observatory - Netherlands European Schoolnet Belgium/Europe University College London - UK Ellinogermaniki Agogi - Greece Ciência Viva - Portugal Open University - UK Ecsite Belgium/Europe Nuclio - Portugal Max Planck Gesellschaft, Haus der Astronomie - Germany IAU Office of Astronomy for Development - South Africa/International 12
INTERNATIONAL NETWORKS A potential reach of thousands of network members through: 13
19 NATIONAL DISSEMINATION NODES Belgium Bulgaria Czech Republic England, UK France Germany Greece Ireland Italy Netherlands Latvia Northern Ireland, UK Poland Portugal Romania Norway Scotland, UK Spain South Africa Planetarium of the Royal Belgian Observatory (ESERO) Municipal Centre for Extracurricular Activities, Pleven region Scientifica (ESERO) National STEM Centre, Unviersity of York (ESERO) Observatoire de Paris Haus der Astronomy Ellinogermaniki Agogi SFI Discover (ESERO) Googol National Cultural Association NEMO Science Centre (ESERO) Astronomijas Instituts, Latvijas Universitate Armagh Observatory New Space Foundation Ciencia Viva (ESERO) Romania Space Agency (ESERO) Norwegian Centre for Space-related Education (ESERO) Royal Observatory Edinburgh University of Valencia, Astronomical Observatory NRF South African Astronomical Observatory (SAAO) 14
EXPECTED IMPACT 3 years to reach: At least 3,500 teachers More than 120,000 children and teenagers The organisation of 100 to 150 events 15
BE IN TOUCH! Contact national partners Visit the website: http://www.space-awareness.org/ Subscribe to social media Spread the word! /spaceawe @space_awe space_awe 16
www.space-awareness.org 17