Do you have an amazing idea for astronomy outreach but no way to make it a reality? Maybe you want to create a braille guide to the Universe or run a teachers training programme specifically about astronomy? Well, unfortunately you've been beaten to the chase, both these projects, A Touch of the Universe and the Galileo Teacher Training Programme, began last year thanks to funding from the International Astronomical Union Office of Astronomy for Development (OAD). But they have now launched the 2013 Call for Proposals, inviting you to submit your ideas for new projects that will run throughout 2014!
The funding is allocated via three Task Forces: TF1 – Universities and Research; TF2 – Children and Schools; and TF3 – Public Outreach. The task force on Astronomy for Children and Schools (TF2) drives activities that share UNAWE's goals; to use astronomy to inspire young children and stimulate education, especially in Mathematics and Science.
This task force looks at introducing astronomy in schools and nurseries, particularly where there is little or no astronomy currently being taught. It also aims to ensure that the subject is used to positively influence the level of science education at the early development stage. To help inspire you, here are a few examples of activities that fit into Task Force 2: teacher training workshops; developing classroom resources; and astronomy clubs in schools and community centres. A list of past programmes that have been granted funded under this task force can be found here.
You will find the online application form on the OAD website, along with more information about the Call. Please note that the strict deadline for submission of proposals is 31 August 2013.
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