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The IAU and Education: Introduction

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  23 December 2021

Ewine F. van Dishoeck Open the ORCID record for Ewine F. van Dishoeck [Opens in a new window]
Ewine F. van Dishoeck*
Affiliation:
Leiden Observatory, Leiden University, P.O. Box 9513 NL-2300 RA, Leiden, the Netherlands, email: ewine@strw.leidenuniv.nl
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Abstract

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This paper provides a brief overview of the many facets of astronomy education and heritage, and how the IAU stimulates them. Activities range from training in astronomy through scientific meetings and schools for young astronomers, to using astronomy as a tool for development and for stimulating science education at school level. Communicating astronomy with the public and engaging in outreach activities with children to inspire curiosity is yet another way of how astronomy can help build a literate society and install a sense of global citizenship. The involvement of many people at all levels is key to success.

Keywords

Astronomy educationOutreachDevelopmentIAU Strategic Plan
Type
Research Article
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Proceedings of the International Astronomical Union , Volume 15 , Symposium S367: Education and Heritage in the Era of Big Data in Astronomy , December 2019 , pp. 2 - 7
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© The Author(s), 2021. Published by Cambridge University Press on behalf of International Astronomical Union

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