How TAs Make a Difference in the Classroom
TAs are important in student learning, so how can we better prepare TAs to teach? This is the first post in a collaboration between PERbites and Astrobites on science education.
Astrobites2020: our mission and our vision
Astro2020 is a process of self-assessment of the astronomical community to establish priorities for the next decade. This year, Astrobites participated in this decadal survey with a white paper that describes our mission and our vision. Learn all about them!
Astronomy Camp: A Lesson in Asking Questions
Outreach benefits both parties — it inspires the next generation of scientists and reminds us why we became scientists in the first place. I speak a bit about my experience as a camp counselor at astronomy camp and the lesson I learned in asking good questions.
Announcing PERbites: a bites site for physics education research
A new bites site covers the literature on physics education research!
Will you use Astrobites in your course this Fall?
Use these three lesson plans and classroom materials to integrate Astrobites into your undergraduate or graduate course.
The Next Generation of Astronomers
Today’s Bite focuses on formally tying together children’s pastimes, their interest levels in Astronomy and what we can do to inspire others.