The Nuts and Bolts of Teaching Astronomy 4: Exploring the Solar System - August 6, 2025

In this two-hour workshop, join experienced teachers who have taught astronomy to cover the “nuts and bolts'' of solar system exploration. Rovers on Mars, spacecraft orbiting Jupiter and Saturn, not to mention the close flyby of Pluto and the images of mountains and glaciers on its frigid surface. What are the different ways in which we explore the solar system, and how do we interpret what we find? In this workshop we will explore what we know, and how we continue to investigate the objects within our own solar system. This workshop is perfect for those teaching astronomy for the first time this fall, as well as experienced teachers who are interested in discovering new resources and connecting with peers.

Participants will gain the following through participation in the workshop:

• Classroom-tested resources and activities that facilitate student-centered learning.
• Strategies for engaging learners.
• Access to astronomy education experts who will facilitate the workshop.
• A certificate of completion for participating in 2 clock hours of professional development.
• Upon completion of the entire series of 4 workshops, participants can earn semester graduate units from the University of the Pacific for an additional fee.

Registration: $40

Attendance/Refund Policy

Live attendance is strongly encouraged and expected in order to get the most out of the interactive session. Full refund is available for cancellations up to 14 days prior to the start of the workshop. If you need to cancel please email learn@astrosociety.org.