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Implementing the Astronomy Education Research

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  30 March 2016

Leonarda Fucili*
Affiliation:
Teacher Development School “SSIS Lazio”, Rome, Italy E-mail: l.fucili@itaca.com

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I think there is nothing like the study of astronomy to capture the imaginations of our students, to make them understand phenomena, and to introduce them to the fundamental ideas and methods of science and mathematics. In my presentation, I will examine my research on effective teaching and learning of astronomy at the elementary school level, and how I have implemented my research in my work with students, teachers, and curriculum.

Type
II. Special Scientific Sessions
Copyright
Copyright © Astronomical Society of Pacific 2005

References

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