The Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago has formulated an innovative approach to inspiring the next generation to pursue STEM education. Middle school students in Chicago and at nearby Challenger Learning Centers work in teams to design a mission to Mars. Each mission includes real time access to NASA experts through partnerships with Marshall Space Flight Center, Johnson Space Center, and the Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Interactive videoconferencing connects students at the museum with students at a Challenger Learning Center and with NASA experts. This paper describes the approach, the results from the program s first year, and future opportunities for nationwide expansion.


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    Title :

    Mission to Mars: Connecting Diverse Student Groups with NASA Experts


    Contributors:

    Conference:

    AIAA Space 2012 ; 2012 ; Pasadena, CA, United States


    Publication date :

    2012-09-11


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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