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In this 90-minute introductory workshop, join experienced teachers who have taught astronomy in grades K-12 to cover the “nuts and bolts'' of what an astronomy unit or class could look like. From creating a curriculum map, to selecting resources, and sample lab activities and experiments to consider, this workshop will prepare you to teach astronomy. This workshop is perfect for those teaching astronomy for the first time this fall, as well as experienced astronomy teachers who are interested in discovering new resources and connecting with peers. Follow-up content specific workshops during summer 2025 will extend and expand on this workshop. Completion of the entire suite of workshops will allow you to earn graduate credit to go along with clock hours of professional development.

Participants will gain the following through participation in the workshop:

Classroom-tested resources and activities that facilitate student-centered learning
Strategies for engaging learners at different grade levels
See a sample astronomy unit and course syllabus
Learn about free online textbooks
Access to astronomy education experts who will facilitate the workshop
A certificate of completion for participating in 2 clock hours of professional development

Registration: FREE