Teacher In-Services
Shadows and Light: Teachers of Grades 4–8
Saturday, February 7, 2009 8:00–10:00 AM
Do you ever feel in the dark when trying to teach your students about
eclipses, lunar phases, the seasons, Earth’s orbit, and other astronomy-related
topics? Then join us for this exciting educators’ workshop. A live demonstration
in the planetarium will enhance visual understanding, and hands-on activities
will provide excellent reinforcement of LEAP skills and concepts. We promise
to make a challenging subject simple, teacher-friendly, and fun!
Registration Fee: $10. Registration fee includes supplies and continental
breakfast.
Registration deadline: January, 24, 2009
Digital Universe: Teachers of Grades 6–12
Saturday, February 7, 2009, 9:00–11:00 AM
Via the world’s most extensive, accurate three-dimensional database of
the universe, you will take a virtual tour beginning with the planets
of our solar system and ending at the edge of the known observable universe.
Emphasis will be upon cosmological hierarchy—solar system, galactic structure,
distances, the cosmic microwave background, and the Milky Way Galaxy.
Included are a live planetarium presentation and classroom-friendly activities
that can be easily adapted for your students.
Registration Fee: $10. Registration fee includes supplies and continental
breakfast.
Registration deadline: January, 24, 2009
For more information or to make a reservation, please call (225)344-5272, ext. 142 or return a completed registration form to LASM before the deadline date.
Teacher In-Service Registration Form (pdf)