20–28 Mar 2025
Emperors Palace Hotel Casino Convention Resort
Africa/Johannesburg timezone

Enhancing Astronomy Education through the Dark Sky Initiative through Design Thinking Models and Social Innovation Approaches

26 Mar 2025, 11:00
15m
Emperors Palace Hotel Casino Convention Resort

Emperors Palace Hotel Casino Convention Resort

64 Jones Rd, Kempton Park, Johannesburg, 1620

Speaker

Mr Exodus Chun-Long Sit (IAU NAEC and Co-NOC Hong Kong, China)

Description

As astronomy education and space science gain traction, integrating astronomy into formal schooling has become a notable development, nurturing students' astronomical literacy and fostering their capacity for creative problem-solving. By leveraging engineering design processes and scientific inquiry, educators can facilitate the practical application of astronomical knowledge in real-world contexts. The STEM+A@Astronomy initiative, an interdisciplinary venture, seeks to stimulate students' interest and curiosity in nocturnal sky observation, space science, and planetary studies through experiential learning and hands-on activities. This approach can also be adapted for modular lessons in primary education, offering students a comprehensive learning experience in their daily academic endeavors.

Stream Education Development and Outreach

Primary author

Mr Exodus Chun-Long Sit (IAU NAEC and Co-NOC Hong Kong, China)

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