Teachers Learning

On Thursday (14/08/08) I had the pleasure to run several computer sessions to enthusiastic teachers, part of the AGQTP to enhance teachers learning. Teachers at the session were introduced to Stellarium, one of my favourite free software simulations and if you want to get some ideas about how Stellarium fits with SACSA Earth and Space Strand click here. Even if you are from somewhere else on the planet the document has plenty of good ideas about how your students could use Stellarium to explore the heavens.

We did things like researched the dates of solar eclipses and went to that date to view them (see picture above), discovered how close Comet McNaught came to Earth and watched the planets revolve around the Sun to work out how long their year is.

On a second session we investigated some Cool Tools like Dipity and Glogster, and on the third session we trialled the podcasting rubric by marking two podcasts. Judging by the smiles on the faces of the teachers listening to them, they were thoroughly entertained.

If anyone has any further suggestions on how to use Stellarium or worksheets for students of any age level, leave a comment on this post and we will work out how to share your thoughts or worksheets.

Thanks to Lara, Linda and Mary and all the attentive teachers.