Why teach astronomy? How important is each and every one of us in the universe? Where in popular culture do we see references to space and astronomy? Here's what else we dove into in this Earthy Chat:
*Tim's childhood visit to the Kennedy Space Center in Florida
*the (many) differences between astronomy and astrology
*the magic of seeing Saturn's rings for the first time
*whether or not to fund space exploration
*the value of knowing more about space
*why everyone should just look up and ponder our place in the universe
*Tim's book Beyond the Classroom
Guest:
Tim "Astro" Stephenson is an experienced classroom teacher who received the 2018 Prime Minister’s Award for Teaching Excellence. He is highly skilled in K–12 education, astronomy, writing, and presenting. He holds a Master's degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Portland. He has presented for TEDx, hosts his own podcast (Science 360), runs the youtube channel Science 360 – Beyond the Sky, and wrote the 2021 book Beyond the Classroom.
The Night Sky – A Glow in the Dark Guide can be purchased from the Non-profit Outdoor Learning Store.
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Episode 18: From eco-anxiety to eco-action
Episode 17: Soil study and inquiry
Episode 16: Community collaboration in built environments
Episode 15: Forging nature-based connections
Episode 14: Awakening to the lessons of the land
Episode 12: Natural curiosity through an Indigenous lens
Episode 11: Teaching about climate change
Episode 10: Take Me Outside
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Episode 08: Water insights from the headwaters to the open ocean
Episode 07: Playing in the muck, art activities, and the walking curriculum
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