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Hands On Astrophysics

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Link: http://hoa.aavso.org/
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American Association of Variable Star Observers
Authors: Janet and Percy, John Mattei
Media: Software
Cost: 200
Subjects: Physics, Earth Science
Types: Visualization or Animation, Graphing, Modeling, or Mapping, Remote Data Sets or Instrumentation, Data collection/analysis tool
Description
of resource:
Hands-On Astrophysics is a flexible set of hands-on educational materials, activities, and investigations, based on the AAVSO's unique electronic database of variable star measurements. Students will be able to experience the excitement of doing real science with real data--making new measurements and new discoveries. By carrying out all aspects of the research process, they can develop and integrate skills in science, math, computing, and other areas.
Posted to site: 06/11/2007
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