Whether we are looking at objects millions of light years into the distant universe or climate changes here on Earth, we use technologically advanced detectors to measure invisible sources, record the measurements, and transform the results into increasingly greater detailed false color images. This workshop will focus on the art (illustrations and animations) and science (imaging analysis tools) used - from NASA's Chandra Observatory which images the high energy universe of supernovae, pulsars and black holes, to the satellites that image the surface of the Earth in the infrared - to understand how data are collected, analyzed, and presented. Complete classroom sets of activities, and materials will be provided. The content is appropriate for middle school/high school/college classes. The location for this workshop is the Taylor Observatory in Kelseyville, CA. Sponsored by NASA, the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory and the Chandra X-Ray Center. Workshop conducted by Donna L Young. For more information contact Donna at: donna.young@tufts.edu

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Technologically advanced detectors measure invisible sources, record the measurements, and transform the results into increasingly greater detailed false color images. Content focusing on the electromagnetic spectrum, spectroscopy, and stellar evolution will be used to study how data are collected, analyzed, and presented to the public.   Complete classroom sets of activities and resources will be provided. The materials are appropriate for middle school/high school/college classes. The location for this workshop is the McDonald Observatory in Ft. Davis, Texas. Tours of the telescopes, discussions with the research astrophysicists in residence, and nighttime observations are an integral part of this workshop experience. Sponsored by NASA, the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory and the Chandra X-Ray Center. Workshop conducted by Donna L Young. Contact Donna at: donna.young@tufts.edu

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This workshop has two themes:

1. Using everyday technology to teach introductory chemistry—while students often grasp ideas they do not always apply them to the real world. Let’s put the battery back into the car, CD and cell phone in meaningful new ways.

2. Supporting our technology and standard of living without polluting the planet. How are chemists tackling the problem of supplying energy and solving global warming? We’ll look at solar power technology, biodiesel production, fuel cell technology and storage of carbon dioxide using nanotechnology.

Teachers will acquire practical knowledge, materials and lessons that they can apply directly to their classrooms. Technical Vocational High School Teachers and Urban High School Teachers are encouraged to attend. Workshop conducted by Beth Dietz and Prof. Mary Jane Shultz at the Chemistry Dept. of Tufts University, Medford, MA. Contact Beth for more information: beth.dietz@tufts.edu

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In this six-day workshop during the International Polar Year, teachers will participate in interdisciplinary teams to explore first-hand how environmental change can be interpreted from glaciers and the land surface.  Teachers will participate in scientific data collecting in Glacier National Park, Montana, learn how to monitor cryospheric change, interpret polar and temperate glacier data, and understand how environmental science can be used in all classrooms. Participants will collaborate with international colleagues to develop materials custom made for their classrooms.  **Applicants must apply as a teaching team--a team consists of two or more teachers from one school site or district.** This is one in an ongoing series of Wright Center workshops on change in the natural environment.  Co-sponsored by the Chandra X-Ray Observatory Outreach Program, The Glacier Institute, the Crown of the Continent Learning Center, and the Wright Center. Workshop conducted by Zach Smith and Scott Battaion. Contact Scott at: scott.battaion@tufts.edu

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Whether the technology is simple or advanced, detectors measure sources, record the measurements, and transform the results into charts, graphs, or false color images. This workshop will focus on the art (illustrations and animations) and science (imaging analysis tools) used - from NASA's Chandra Observatory which images the high energy universe of supernovae, pulsars and black holes, to amateur observers with binoculars and small telescopes - to understand how data are collected, analyzed, and presented. Complete classroom sets of activities and resources will be provided. The materials are appropriate for middle/high school/college classes. The location for this workshop is the University of New Orleans, New Orleans, LA. Co-sponsored by NASA, the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, the Chandra X-Ray Center, the American Association of Variable Star Observers and Slacker Astronomy. Workshop conducted by Donna L Young. For more information contact Donna at: donna.young@tufts.edu

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