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Title:
Family Astronomy: Improving Practices and Developing New Approaches
Authors:
Noel-Storr, J.; Drobnes, E.; Mitchell, S. E.
Publication:
EPO and a Changing World: Creating Linkages and Expanding Partnerships ASP Conference Series, Vol. 389, proceedings of the conference held 5-7 September 2007, in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Edited by Catharine Garmany, Michael G. Gibbs, and J. Ward Moody. San Francisco: Astronomical Society of the Pacific, 2080., p.309
Publication Date:
06/2008
Origin:
ASPC
Bibliographic Code:
2008ASPC..389..309N

Abstract

We present effective strategies for family astronomy programs based on the experiences in recent years developing programs around four key elements: child and parent engagement in the process of science; family cohesiveness and cooperation; parent ``professional development''; and continuity of learning beyond the programs we create. We present strategies developed by workshop attendees to implement or improve family programs that can be facilitated in a variety of settings, with an emphasis on creativity and innovation to push the field forwards. We discuss the design of evaluation tools and education research questions centered on family learning that will ensure the value that family astronomy programs add to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education in a range of communities is increased and better understood.
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