Teaching and Learning Astronomy: Effective Strategies for Educators Worldwide

ISBN-13: 9780521115391 / Angielski / Miękka / 2009 / 284 str.

Jay M. Pasachoff; John R. Percy; Jay Pasachoff

Opis

Based on papers and posters presented by experts at a Special Session of the International Astronomical Union, this volume highlights the many places for astronomy in the curriculum. It covers relevant education research and "best practice"; strategies for pre-service and in-service teacher education; the use of the Internet and other technologies; and the role that planetariums, observatories, science centers, and organizations can play. It concludes by addressing how the teaching and learning of astronomy can be improved worldwide.