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04.03.06
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The following report, NASA and Afterschool Programs: Connecting to the Future, argues that the afterschool arena is uniquely suited for implementing science learning experiences that engage young people, build their capacity to succeed, and provide a continuity of opportunities to prepare them to participate in science, technology, engineering and math careers. The report is informed by an eighteen-month study and demonstration project that included a scan of existing science programming in afterschool, the development of prototype curriculum packets based on NASA resources, pilot testing and staff training in three afterschool programs in New York City, a review of science education research and promising practice literature, and consultations with experts in science education, afterschool, and curriculum development. This report looks at the strengths and resources of NASA and the afterschool community and finds that collaboration between the two communities could make important contributions to the creation of a competitive and diverse STEM workforce and a supportive, science literate population.
This report was produced under a NASA grant by the American Museum of Natural History. The project also produced three prototype curriculum packets: Astrobiology, The Sun as a Star, and Mars & Earth. These contain science learning activities designed for use in afterschool programs.
NASA and Afterschool Programs: Connecting to the Future
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Download Curriculum Packets:
+ Astrobiology (PDF)
+ The Sun as a Star (PDF)
+ Mars & Earth (PDF)
+ Download Adobe Acrobat Reader
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