Astronomical Analysis Facility Introduced as one in all 12 Recipients of £9,500 Grant
Might 2024
Main astronomical analysis and schooling centre, Armagh Observatory and Planetarium, has been introduced as one in all 12 UK-based science centres to have been awarded a £9,500 grant by The Affiliation for Science and Discovery Centres (ASDC) to participate in its ‘Discover Your Universe: Valuing Inclusion undertaking.’
Members of Greater than Phrases at AOP’s planet bar with Mark Grimley, AOP. Picture Credit score: LiamMcArdle.com
Discover Your Universe Valuing Inclusion is a nationwide STEM undertaking run by ASDC, funded by the Science Expertise Amenities Council (STFC) a part of UK Analysis and Innovation (UKRI). It kinds a part of the longstanding ‘Discover Your Universe’ programme run by ASDC in collaboration with lots of the science centres and museums across the UK. The programme focuses on co-developing a Logic Mannequin that defines, guides, helps and evidences significant observe in values-led, inclusive STFC science engagement inside the Casual Science Studying sector.
The Logic Mannequin might be developed in collaboration with Casual Science Studying researchers, the British Science Affiliation, and in-depth understanding from 12 science and discovery centres from ASDC’s UK-wide community. The grants have been awarded to science and discovery centres to facilitate the in-depth exploration of participant experiences, working with group companions to offer proof and discover the areas and assumptions of the growing Logic Mannequin.
Members of Greater than Phrases at AOP’s Stellar Playground with Mark Grimley, AOP. Picture Credit score: LiamMcArdle.com
Armagh Observatory and Planetarium will use the funding to research how inclusion in science engagement capabilities as a constructive think about unlocking variety in STEM fields.
Working with group associate, Extra Than Phrases, the organisation will facilitate website visits from Particular Instructional Wants colleges, native teams, charities and organisations. Joanne McCracken, Chairperson at Extra Than Phrases, says, “We’re excited to associate with Armagh Observatory and Planetarium because it participates within the Discover Your Universe: Valuing Inclusion undertaking. At Extra Than Phrases, we goal to assist households and youngsters with autism, and I hope that our work with Armagh Observatory and Planetarium will assist to take away obstacles to accessing STEM analysis and amenities for these with Particular Instructional Wants.”
Members of Greater than Phrases at AOP with Mark Grimley, AOP. Picture Credit score: LiamMcArdle.com
Different recipients of the grant embrace: Aberdeen Science Centre; Cambridge Science Centre; Catalyst Science Discovery Centre; Dundee Science Centre; Dynamic Earth; Jodrell Financial institution; Nationwide Area Centre; Royal Astronomical Society; Techniquest; W5 and; We The Curious.
Mark Grimley, Training Assistant at Armagh Observatory and Planetarium, provides, “We wish to thank The Affiliation for Science and Discovery Centres for choosing Armagh Observatory and Planetarium to take part on this necessary undertaking. We very a lot look ahead to partaking together with our group associate, Extra Than Phrases. At Armagh Observatory and Planetarium, we ship internationally recognised analysis in astronomy and associated sciences, together with vibrant instructional and outreach programmes for all ages. As such, we’re keen about guaranteeing that our assets are accessible to all, together with these with Particular Instructional Wants.
“Through the undertaking we intend to evaluate members’ experiences and we hope that our partnership with Extra Than Phrases will allow us to ask the fitting questions.”
Members of Greater than Phrases at AOP’s Stellar Playground with Mark Grimley, AOP. Picture Credit score: LiamMcArdle.com
To search out out extra about Armagh Observatory and Planetarium, go to: https://www.armagh.area
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