Education and Heritage in the Era of Big Data in Astronomy (IAU S367)
The First Steps on the IAU 2020–2030 Strategic Plan

Brings together contributions from key speakers at the online IAU Symposium 367, centred on innovation in astronomy education.

Rosa M. Ros (Edited by), Beatriz Garcia (Edited by), Steven R. Gullberg (Edited by), Javier Moldón (Edited by), Patricio Rojo (Edited by)

9781108490801, Cambridge University Press

Hardback, published 24 March 2022

544 pages
25.3 x 18.1 x 2.3 cm, 1 kg

For thousands of years people have looked to the skies to better understand the universe and our place within it. Crucially it is the role of teachers and experts to make astronomical concepts accessible to the next generation, and to pass on our collective knowledge for others to build on. This volume brings together contributions from modern pioneers in astronomy education, as presented at the online IAU Symposium 367 on 'Education and Heritage in the Era of Big Data in Astronomy'. Topics covered include cultural astronomy and heritage, technological advances, citizen science, inclusivity initiatives, interdisciplinary science education and open astronomy. Particular focus is given to how emerging technologies provide new opportunities to connect with budding astronomers. Many of the techniques discussed can be applied by educators at different levels and in a range of settings, from school classrooms and lecture halls to informal public spaces such as museums and planetariums.

1. State of the Art in Astronomy Education
2. Citizen Science and Solar Eclipses
3. Astronomy Education Research
4. Astronomy in Other Disciplines to Promote Science Vocations
5. Innovation in Education
6. Literacy in Astronomy
7. Big Data in Astronomy
8. Cultural Astronomy and Heritage
9. Astronomy and Inclusion
10. Informal Education in Astronomy.

Subject Areas: Databases [UN], Astrophysics [PHVB], Astronomy, space & time [PG], Education [JN]