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Seeing the Night Sky is a Basic Human Right

Posted on March 29, 2020 by astroteacher

Several years ago, there was an effort in a number of communities to codify a “Children’s Outdoor Bill of Rights.” These documents remain as guides for the development of activities in both the classroom, and out of school time venues. … Continue reading →

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A Teachable Moment?

Posted on June 1, 2019 by astroteacher

This past April, while attending the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) conference in St. Louis, Missouri, a friend came up to me and asked what I thought of the image of the black hole.  My reply: “what black hole?” The … Continue reading →

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Windows, Mirrors, and Sliding Doors to the Universe

Posted on May 10, 2019 by astroteacher

The phrase a “window to the universe” has become ubiquitous every time a new observatory or astronomical instrument is built. While there is a certain aesthetic to the phrase, when applied so often it becomes easy to not think about … Continue reading →

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Feats Above

Posted on January 12, 2019 by astroteacher

That’s one small step for [a] man, one giant leap for mankind.  – Neil Armstrong This is the moon landing of free soloing.  – Tommy Caldwell Driving around a corner, you go through a tunnel.  Coming out, it is all … Continue reading →

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