Thank you for your interest in ICRAR’s Outreach and Education programs. With the exception of SPIRIT, these programs are on hold following changes to our funding and KPIs. Please contact engagement@icrar.org with any questions or concerns.
One of ICRAR’s projects to support teachers in the classroom is creating a suite of program resources to deliver astronomy focused lessons in the classroom.
Each lesson program will have a series of resources to assist teachers. These resources will include:
- Lesson Overview
- Accompanying Resources
- Slide Deck
- Worksheets & Printable Resources
First available lesson – The Electromagnetic Spectrum
This lesson focuses on understanding the Electromagnetic Spectrum.
Students will learn about the electromagnetic spectrum by:
- Working together to create a spectrum.
- Exploring what light is and the relationship between wavelength and energy.
- Listing through the different types of light and understanding their uses in our everyday lives.
- Investigating images of celestial objects in different types of light and the application of the electromagnetic spectrum in astronomy.
Resources
Electromagnetic Spectrum – Lesson Plan
Electromagnetic Spectrum – Accompanying Teacher Resources
Electromagnetic Spectrum – Object Cards Answer Key
Electromagnetic Spectrum – Lesson Silde Deck
Electromagnetic Spectrum – Interactive poster + labels
Electromagnetic Spectrum – Object Cards with labels
Electromagnetic Spectrum – Object Cards (writable version)
Future Lessons
Whilst the project is in its early stages, we have five further programs that are currently in development. These include:
- Weighing a Galaxy
- Hertzsprung-Russell Diagram & Coding in R
- Understanding the Universe
- Exploring the Solar System
- Cosmic Patterns – Stars and Constellations
To enquire about our DIY Lesson Resources please email education@icrar.org.