This paper resulted from discussions between a technology teacher educator and a colleague who has served in various education outreach roles with NASA. The basis of the paper was developed by the NASA director and two engineers, one serving with NASA and the other with the National Institute of Aerospace. The technology teacher educator read the…

National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) has developed a new position statement, "Aerospace Education." NSTA believes that aerospace education is an important component of comprehensive preK-12 science education programs. This statement highlights key considerations that should be addressed when implementing a high quality aerospace education…

Describes the mission, objectives, and activities of the Challenger Center for Space Science Education. Considers plans for the expansion of the program. (DMM)

This learning packet contains information about the Wright Brothers, Wilbur and Orville. The packet highlights certain facts that will help students understand the Wright Brothers' contributions in the field of manned flight in a heavier-than-air machine. It includes poster sheets (artwork) and task cards to be used by students and a booklet to…

This CD-ROM introduces basic astronomy and aerospace engineering by examining the Jet Propulsion Laboratory's (JPL) Mars Pathfinder and Mars Global Surveyor missions to Mars. It contains numerous animations and narrations in addition to detailed graphics and text. Six interactive laboratories are included to help understand topics such as the…

Described are the preliminary results of the project Viking mission to Mars. Included are eight Mars surface photos, each of which includes appropriate questions for students. (SL)

This educational guide concerns exploring the moon. Activities are divided into three units: Pre-Apollo, Learning from Apollo, and The Future. These correspond, at least roughly, to exercises that can be done before the Lunar Sample Disk (available from NASA) arrives to the school (Pre-Apollo), while it is there (Learning from Apollo), and after…

Describes how a rural Virginia school used a $10,000 state grant to purchase and set up an earth station which enabled them to increase their educational television reception from one poorly visible station to 80 clear channels. Discusses implications for teachers and students. (DC)

Lists 17 activities that can be used in the classroom to commemorate Wright Brothers Day. These include making bulletin boards, writing poems, and a field trip to the airport. (MA)

Reviews educational resources for classroom teachers. Resources include books, films, journals, science project guides, and public TV weather briefings. Addresses for obtaining the materials are provided. (MA)

Provides a 13 item, multiple choice test relating to aerospace science history. (SL)