Bridging the Orbit: Students Connect Directly with Astronauts in Space
In short: Experience the reality of life in orbit through live dialogues between students and astronauts. This video captures the unique educational bridge between Earth-bound classrooms and the International Space Station.
NASA’s Office of Education facilitates 'STEM on Station' activities, which provide students with authentic, live experiences in space exploration and the scientific components of space travel. These downlink events allow students to ask questions about living and working in space, the operations of the Houston mission control center, and broader topics in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
A notable example features Expedition 50 Commander Shane Kimbrough, a Lovett School alumnus, who engaged in a 20-minute call with sixth and 12th-grade astronomy students. These interactions serve as an integral component of NASA's efforts to improve STEM teaching by introducing the possibilities of life in space to the next generation.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: Astronaut Chats About Space Exploration with Atlanta Area Students
- Also: Atlanta Students to Speak to NASA Astronaut on Space Station - NASA
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