Filed under: Aeronautics, Funding, Higher Education, NASA, STEM, Scholarship, Scholarships, Seminar, Student Opportunities
NASA’s Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate will begin accepting scholarship applications on Sept. 1, 2009, for the 2010 academic year. The application deadline is Jan. 11, 2010.
“These scholarships are a fantastic way to support our brightest students and encourage them to finish their education, expose them to NASA’s research programs and inspire them to pursue a career in aeronautics,” said Jaiwon Shin, associate administrator for the Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate at NASA Headquarters in Washington.
NASA expects to award 20 undergraduate and five graduate scholarships to students in aeronautics or related fields. Undergraduate students entering their second year of study will receive up to $15,000 per year for two years and the opportunity to receive a $10,000 stipend by interning at a NASA research center during the summer. Graduate students will receive up to $35,000 per annually for up to three years, with an opportunity to receive a $10,000 stipend interning at a NASA research center up to two consecutive summers.
Students who have not committed to a specific academic institution or program still may apply. However, if accepted, they must be admitted by fall 2010 into a suitable aeronautical engineering program or related field of study at an accredited U.S. university. All applicants must be U.S. citizens. Scholarship money may be used for tuition and other school-related expenses.
NASA’s Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate conducts cutting-edge, fundamental research in traditional and emerging disciplines. The intent is to help transform the nation’s air transportation system and to support development of future air and space vehicles. Goals include improving airspace capacity and flexibility; aviation safety and aircraft performance; reducing overall noise, engine emissions and fuel usage.
For details about this scholarship program, including how to apply, visit: http://asee.org/nasaasp
Filed under: Higher Education, K-12, NASA, STEM, Science, Seminar, Teacher Opportunities, Webcasts
The 2009 Exploring Space Lectures will feature world-class scholars discussing astronomy, the vastness of the universe, the search for Earth-like planets and our unpredictable sun. The lectures will be held at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C., and are free to attend. Tickets are required. If you are unable to attend the lectures, they will be webcast live for free viewing online. Lecture videos will also be archived.
Why Is Astronomy So Popular?
David H. Levy, well-known interpreter of astronomy and sky lore, will discuss what makes astronomy such a popular subject. Astronomy imagery is everywhere in our culture — in literature, songs, art, and on popular items from billboards to cars.
The lecture will take place on March 25, 2009, at 7:30 p.m. Come early for a free film screening and to meet the lecturer.
For more information, visit http://www.nasm.si.edu/events/eventDetail.cfm?eventID=1215
What IS the Universe?
Galileo’s observations of the universe revealed depth and great dimension. As studies of astronomy continue, human understanding of the universe has changed in profound ways. Dr. Vera Rubin of the Carnegie Institution of Washington will look further at the question, “What IS the universe?”
The lecture will take place on April 9, 2009, at 7:30 p.m. Come early for a free film screening and to meet the lecturer.
For more information, visit http://www.nasm.si.edu/events/eventDetail.cfm?eventID=1217
Are We Alone? Searching for an Exoplanet Like Home
For thousands of years people have wondered, “Are we alone in the universe?” Join Dr. Sara Seager, planetary science professor at MIT, as she discusses the race to discover a planet very similar to Earth and answer ancient questions about other worlds.
The lecture will take place on May 27, 2009, at 7:30 p.m. Come early for a planetarium free film screening and to meet the lecturer.
For more information, visit
http://www.nasm.si.edu/events/eventDetail.cfm?eventID=1218
Our Sun: Is It a Steady Performer?
Join solar astronomer Dr. Alan M. Title for a discussion about the sun. Get to know the sun a bit better, if only to appreciate that it is a more violent, and largely unpredictable, place than ever thought possible.
The lecture will take place on June 18, 2009, at 7:30 p.m. Come early for a free film screening and to meet the lecturer.
For more information, visit http://www.nasm.si.edu/events/eventDetail.cfm?eventID=1219
Join NASA and the Endeavour Center at Vandenberg Air Force Base in California for the Delta II launch of NOAA — N Prime National Polarorbiting Operational Environmental Satellite System. NPOESS will provide data about Earth’s weather, atmosphere, oceans, land and near-space environment. This event is a unique opportunity for educators to learn about Earth, atmospheric and rocket science. Participants will receive a teacher’s guide, a classroom poster and a Mission CD for classroom use. The launch conference will be held at the Allan Hancock College’s Lompoc Valley Center in Lompoc, Calif., Feb. 3-4, 2009. The registration deadline is Jan. 23, 2009.
For more information about the NPOESS Launch conference, visit http://endeavours.org/sec/
For more information about the NPOESS mission, visit http://goespoes.gsfc.nasa.gov/poes/index.html
Filed under: K-12, NASA, STEM, Science, Seminar, Teacher Development, Teacher Opportunities
Join NASA and NSTA in a hands-on symposium that will provide educators with strategies and resources to empower students to discover the universe for themselves during the International Year of Astronomy 2009. Designed for educators of grades 5-12, this symposium will take place on Dec. 5, 2008, in conjunction with the NSTA Area Conference in Cincinnati, Ohio. Attendance at the symposium requires conference registration.
This half-day symposium will explore key science concepts — Earth’s place in the universe; light, energy, and optics; and models and evidence in science — as participants investigate how NASA’s space-based missions extend the legacy of observation and discovery that Galileo Galilei initiated when he turned his telescope to the skies in 1609. Experience NASA space science research in the context of 400 years of technology-enabled astronomical discovery, and learn how to bring today’s discoveries into the classroom in a way that reinforces national science education standards.
All participants will receive NASA curriculum support materials, listings of electronically available resources, and information on participating in the International Year of Astronomy 2009’s global celebration of astronomy and its contributions to society and culture. Graduate credit may be available at an additional cost to participants. To receive graduate credit, participants must pay a nominal fee and complete an action plan and a lesson plan.
For more information about the symposium, visit http://learningcenter.nsta.org/products/symposia_seminars/fall08/NASA/symposium.aspx
For those unable to attend the symposium in person, educators are encouraged to join NASA and NSTA for two free Web seminars featuring scientists and education specialists from NASA. The seminars will focus on key science concepts — Earth’s place in the universe; light, energy, and optics; and models and evidence in science — as participants investigate how NASA’s space-based missions extend the legacy of observation and discovery that Galileo Galilei initiated when he turned his telescope to the skies in 1609. The presenters will share their science expertise, answer questions from the participants and provide information regarding Web sites that students can use in the classroom.
Designed for educators of grades 5-12, the 90-minute seminars will begin at 6:30 p.m. EST on Dec. 16, 2008, and 6:30 p.m. EST on Jan. 20, 2009.
To learn more about these seminars and to register online, visit http://learningcenter.nsta.org/products/symposia_seminars/fall08/NASA/webseminar.aspx
Filed under: K-12, NASA, NSTA, Professional Development, STEM, Science, Seminar, Teacher Development, Teacher Opportunities, Webcasts
Join NASA and NSTA for a series of free Web seminars focusing on a wide range of topics. All Web seminars will include information and resources for educators available from NASA Web sites. During the live Web seminars, presenters will share their expertise and answer questions live from the participants.
Mapping the Moon: Simulating LOLA in the Classroom
Join NASA and NSTA for a Web seminar focusing on the topics of lunar exploration, mapping, remote sensing, and the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter mission. LRO will launch in late 2008 with these objectives: to find safe landing sites for future manned lunar missions, to locate potential resources, to characterize the radiation environment and to demonstrate new technology. Designed for educators of grades 4-12, the 90-minute seminar will begin at 6:30 p.m. EDT on May 13, 2008. http://learningcenter.nsta.org/products/symposia_seminars/boston08/NASA-Mapping/webseminar.aspx
Robotic Exploration of the Red Planet
Join Greg Mehall, instrument manager, systems engineer and mission manager for multiple robotic missions to Mars, as he shares his expertise in systems engineering. Mehall will give participants a “behind-the-scenes” look at what it takes to build complex robots, like the twin rovers that are still driving across the surface of Mars. Designed for educators of grades 5-12, the 90-minute seminar will begin at 6:30 p.m. EDT on May 14, 2008. http://learningcenter.nsta.org/products/symposia_seminars/JPL2/webseminar12.aspx
21st Century Explorer: Today’s Knowledge for Tomorrow’s Explorer
Join NASA and NSTA for a Web seminar focusing on the 21st Century Explorer project. Each of the 21st Century Explorer project activities promotes higher-order thinking skills and expands the space exploration knowledge base of the bilingual educator, learner and family. Designed for educators of grades 3-5, the 90-minute seminar will begin at 6:30 p.m. EDT on May 15, 2008. http://learningcenter.nsta.org/products/symposia_seminars/boston08/NASA-Explorers/webseminar.aspx
From Astrobiology to Zoology: Igniting Students’ Interests in Science Careers
Join scientists and education specialists from Sally Ride Science for a free Web seminar focusing on the wide variety of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics careers available and the many paths to becoming a scientist. The presenters will share their science expertise, answer participant questions, and provide information regarding Web sites students can use in the classroom. Designed for educators of grades 6-9, the 90-minute seminar will begin at 6:30 p.m. EDT on May 20, 2008. http://learningcenter.nsta.org/products/symposia_seminars/boston08/SRS/webseminar.aspx
Polar Science, Global Discoveries: IPY Research Update for Teachers
Join NASA, NSTA, the National Science Foundation and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration for a Web seminar celebrating the International Polar Year. The seminar will focus on global climate change and the research findings from the first year of IPY. Topics will include living systems, plants, humans, animals, adaptation, carbon cycle, air, water, migration and weather. Designed for educators of grades 5-8, the 90-minute seminar will begin at 6:30 p.m. EDT on May 22, 2008. http://learningcenter.nsta.org/products/symposia_seminars/boston08/IPY-Boston/webseminar.aspx
Mars Exploration Rovers: Where Are They Now?
Join Dr. Steve Ruff of Arizona State University as he presents an update on the Mars Exploration Rovers, including a description of an important new discovery by the Spirit rover in the Gusev crater concerning water and habitability on Mars. Dr. Ruff will also talk about initial results from the proposed May 25th landing of the Phoenix mission and describe future Mars exploration plans. Designed for educators of grades 5-12, the 90-minute seminar will begin at 6:30 p.m. EDT on June 5, 2008. http://learningcenter.nsta.org/products/symposia_seminars/JPL2/webseminar13.aspx
LIGO Hanford Observatory in Richland, WA will offer another in a series of technical seminars at 4:00 PM on Thursday, May 8 in the LIGO auditorium. Vanessa Lauberg of the Department of Astronomy at the University of Maryland will speak on “Induced Mergers of Stellar-Mass Black Hole Binaries in Galactic Nuclei.” Stellar-mass black hole binaries represent a promising source of gravitational waves for the LIGO detectors. This talk will focus on the physics of black hole systems in galactic centers. LIGO Seminars are open to all scientists, engineers, educators and students who may wish to attend.
Abstract: http://www.ligo-wa.caltech.edu/seminars.html
Driving directions to LIGO: http://www.ligo-wa.caltech.edu/traveler.html
May 10 Astronomy Day event: http://www.ligo-wa.caltech.edu/astro_day_08.html
Filed under: Best Practice, K-12, NASA, Professional Development, STEM, Science, Seminar, Teacher Development, Webcasts
Join NASA and NSTA for three free Web seminars developed in collaboration with Arizona State University. The seminars will focus on NASA’s Mars Exploration program and will target educators of grades 5-12. All Web seminars will include information and resources for educators available at NASA websites. With diverse backgrounds and experience, the presenters are space scientists, engineers and education specialists from NASA and ASU. During the live Web seminar, presenters will share their expertise and answer questions live from the participants.
The Mars Student Imaging Project
Join Paige Graff from Arizona State University’s Mars Education Program as she presents a free Web seminar about the Mars Student Imaging Project. MSIP gives teams of students in grades 5-12 through college sophomore level the opportunity to work with scientists, mission planners, and educators on the THEMIS (Time History of Events and Macroscale Interactions during Substorms) team at ASU’s Mars Space Flight Facility. Designed for educators of grades 5-12, the 90-minute seminar will begin at 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 28, 2008.
http://learningcenter.nsta.org/products/symposia_seminars/JPL2/webseminar8.aspx
Exploring Mars with CRISM and the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter
Join Dr. Scott Murchie as he presents a free Web seminar about the Compact Reconnaissance Imaging Spectrometer for Mars instrument that is currently aboard the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter spacecraft in orbit around planet Mars. The CRISM is one of NASA’s high-tech “detectives” seeking traces of past and present water on the Martian surface. Designed for educators of grades 5-12, the 90-minute seminar will begin at 6:30 p.m. on March 6, 2008.
http://learningcenter.nsta.org/products/symposia_seminars/JPL2/webseminar9.aspx
Using Earth to Explore Mars
Join Dr. Josh Bandfield and Brian Grigsby from Arizona State University as they present a free Web seminar that will compare and contrast Earth and Mars. Topics will include comparing features common to both planets and how to help students become familiar with planetary processes and landforms by integrating non-Earth examples. A Mars mission update will also be included. Designed for educators of grades 5-12, the 90-minute seminar will begin at 6:30 p.m. on April 3, 2008.
http://learningcenter.nsta.org/products/symposia_seminars/JPL2/webseminar10.aspx
Filed under: Educational Materials, Environmental Science, K-12, NASA, NSTA, Professional Development, STEM, Science, Seminar, Teacher Development
Join NASA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the National Science Foundation and the National Science Teachers Association for three, free Web seminars on the topic of the International Polar Year. Designed for educators of grades 5-8, the seminars will focus on land and marine adaptations to extreme conditions, species migration, and the role of humans in polar ecosystems. The presenters will share their expertise, answer questions from the participants and provide information regarding Web sites that students can use in the classroom.
The Web seminars are 90-minute, live professional development sessions that use online learning technologies to allow participants to interact with nationally acclaimed experts, scientists, engineers and education specialists funded by NASA, NOAA and NSF. Each Web seminar is a unique, stand-alone program. Archives of the Web seminars and the presenters’ presentations will be available online. The Web seminars in this series are scheduled for Dec. 30, 2007, Jan. 17 and Jan. 24, 2008. Each seminar will begin at 6:30 p.m. EDT.
Online registration for each is now open.
http://learningcenter.nsta.org/products/symposia_seminars/fall07/IPY_Birmingham/webseminar.aspx
Filed under: Best Practice, K-12, NASA, Professional Development, STEM, Seminar, Teacher Development, Webcasts
IPY/NSTA Web Seminars — The Role of Polar Regions in Earth’s Changing Climate System
Join NASA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the National Science Foundation and the National Science Teachers Association for two free Web seminars on the topic of the International Polar Year. The seminars are designed for educators of grades 5-8. The sessions will focus on the interaction of polar regions with Earth’s climate system, atmospheric gas changes over Earth’s history, what ice cores tell about past climate, and the implications of climate change in the polar regions. The presenters will share their expertise, answer questions from the participants and provide information regarding Web sites that students can use in the classroom.
The Web seminars are 90-minute, live professional development sessions that use online learning technologies to allow participants to interact with nationally acclaimed experts, scientists, engineers and education specialists from NASA, NOAA, and NSF. Each Web seminar is a unique, stand-alone program. Archives of the Web seminars and the presenters’ presentations will be available online.
The Web seminars in this series are scheduled for Nov. 27 and Dec. 13, 2007. Each seminar will begin at 6:30 p.m. EDT.
Online registration for each is now open.
http://learningcenter.nsta.org/products/symposia_seminars/fall07/IPY_Denver/webseminar.aspx
