An Introduction to the Universe of Learning

1. Exploring the Universe with NASA’s Astrophysics Missions: An Introduction to the Universe of Learning Carolyn Slivinski (STScI) Mary Dussault (CfA) Brandon Lawton (STScI) Universe of Learning science briefing July 21, 2016

2. Providing a Direct Connection to the Science Exoplanet Exploration: Are we alone? Cosmic Origins: How did weget here? Physics of the Cosmos: How does the universe work?

3. Cosmic Origins: How did we get here? Frontier Fields Galaxy Cluster is Larger than Thought (X-ray: Chandra; Optical: Hubble) Spitzer Chandra Cosmic Collisions (X-ray: Chandra; Optical: Hubble; Radio: JVLA-NRAO) Webb Hubble

4. Physics of the Cosmos: How does the universe work? Multimission: star-forming region NGC 602 Fermi Chandra Chandra: Evidence of Jet in Milky Way’s Black Hole http://chandra.si.edu Webb Hubble

5. Exoplanet Exploration: Are We Alone? Spitzer Kepler Webb Hubble

6. Astrophysics Spans the Spectrum

7. Astrophysics Spans the Spectrum Complementary observations from multiple missions give us a fuller understanding of our universe. http://amazingspace.org/

8. Astrophysics Spans the Spectrum Complementary observations provide Big Data that can engage audiences in participatory experiences. http://amazingspace.org/

9. Astrophysics Spans the Spectrum All of these missions have subject matter experts working alongside educators at universities, institutions, museums, and NASA centers. http://amazingspace.org/

10. Exploring the Universe Beyond the Solar System • Process of Science • Light and Color • Size and Scale • Models http://amazingspace.org/

11. Questions?

12. Integrating NASA Astrophysics into Audience-Driven Programs NASA Astrophysics Science, Technology, and Subject Matter Experts Audience Needs

13. Universe of Learning Professional Development Briefings Spitzer: Center of the Milky Way Next Briefing: August 25 Topic: Our Home, the Milky Way Galaxy

14. Connection to Resources:NASA Wavelength Curated Lists Click “See more lists” http://nasawavelength.org/

15. Connection to Resources:NASA Wavelength Curated Lists Type: “Universe of Learning” Then click here

16. Connection to Resources:NASA Wavelength Curated Lists

17. Resource: Universe of Learning on Amazing Space http://amazingspace.org/universe_of_learning NASA’s Universe of Learning will advance STEM learning and literacy by creating and delivering a unified suite of education products, programs, and professional development that spans the full spectrum of NASA Astrophysics.

18. Resource: AstroPixhttp://astropix.ipac.caltech.edu/ Welcome to a new "one-stop shopping" experience that makes finding the right astronomy image easier than ever! AstroPix offers access to the public image galleries of many of the leading astronomical observatories under a single unified interface. Assets will include a full range of astronomical observations, artwork, and charts spanning the field of astronomy.

19. Resource:Recoloring the Universe with Pencil Code http://chandra.si.edu/code Grades 4-12 students with no prior coding experience can learn how to use computers to create images and understand astronomical data. Participants learn basic coding starting with familiar objects and simple concepts such as shape and color, graduating to astronomical objects. They can follow a video tutorial, or participate in an interactive on-line session or in-person workshop. Following a scaffolded set of activities, and working with data from NASA orbiting telescopes on sources from exploded stars to star-forming regions, to galaxies, to black holes, participants can experience real world application of science, technology and even art. 

20. Resource:Eyes On Exoplanets http://eyes.nasa.gov/eyes-on-exoplanets.html Get set for launch! “Eyes on Exoplanets” will fly you to any planet you wish—as long as it's far beyond our solar system. This fully rendered 3D universe is scientifically accurate, allowing you to zoom in for a close look at more than 1,000 exotic planets known to orbit distant stars.

21. Resource: ViewSpace http://hubblesource.stsci.edu/exhibits/self-update/viewspace/ An internet-fed, self-updating, permanent exhibit for museums, libraries, and schools • NASA science exhibit for formal and informal education communities • Enjoy a wide range of space and Earth science programs • Over 10 hours of continuously looping presentations • Hundreds of partner locations throughout the US and the world • Approximately 9 million viewers annually

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