Astronomy for all: construction of a 3D planetarium with low cost materials for the inclusion of the visually impaired Archives - IAU Office of Astronomy for Development https://astro4dev.org/category/astronomy-for-all-construction-of-a-3d-planetarium-with-low-cost-materials-for-the-inclusion-of-the-visually-impaired/ Astronomy for a better world! Mon, 18 Mar 2019 10:40:52 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.1 https://astro4dev.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/cropped-03_OAD_symbol_colour_2-32x32.jpg Astronomy for all: construction of a 3D planetarium with low cost materials for the inclusion of the visually impaired Archives - IAU Office of Astronomy for Development https://astro4dev.org/category/astronomy-for-all-construction-of-a-3d-planetarium-with-low-cost-materials-for-the-inclusion-of-the-visually-impaired/ 32 32 Final report https://astro4dev.org/final-report-37/ Mon, 18 Mar 2019 10:40:52 +0000 https://astro4dev.org/?p=18340 This project aims to provide an evidence-based pract ice for ef fect ive inclusive teaching to ensure astronomy is appropriated and meaningful for both visually impaired and sighted community. In Ireland, the majority of universities with degree option in astrophysics host astronomy outreach events for the general public and second-level students, in particular, those in [...]

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]]> Overview of project https://astro4dev.org/overview-of-project-18/ Tue, 19 Dec 2017 16:51:48 +0000 https://astro4dev.org/?p=17023 The purpose of this project is to create a 3D tactile planetarium that will promote astronomy and provide an experience of STEM that is fun, engaging and inspires curiosity in an inclusive environment. The resources will focus on using low-cost materials such as Styrofoam, beads, twine, plastic bags and newsprint, which make this project accessible [...]

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