AstroThar

ASTROTHAR

2024 - 2025

 

Funded by

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International Astronomical Union
Office of Astronomy for Development

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A Project By

National Center of Big Data & Cloud Computing
NED University of Engineering & Technology
Karachi, Pakistan

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ASTROTHAR STEM Teacher Training Workshop

Supported by International Astronomical Union, Office of Astronomy for Development

Organized by National Center in Big Data and Cloud Computing (NCBC), NED-UET Karachi

Dates: January 7–8, 2025
Venue: Thar Institute of Engineering and Technology (TIEST), Tharparkar

1. STEM School Visits – Tharparkar

NCBC traveled to the remote regions of Tharparkar to visit 10 primary schools during January 9–13, 2025. There, we conducted engaging STEM activities and observation sessions with young, curious minds and their teachers.

2. Public Outreach Event – Gadi Bhit, Mithi

NCBC hosted a memorable public outreach event at Gadi Bhit, Mithi on January 11–12, 2025. The event featured naked-eye observations and telescopic views of the planets and the Moon, with many attendees experiencing such sights for the first time. We also raised awareness about light pollution and its impact on stargazing and astronomy.

3. ASTROTHAR STEM Teacher Training Workshop

NCBC organized a highly successful two-day ASTROTHAR STEM Teacher Training Workshop on January 7–8, 2025, at Thar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Tharparkar. This extensive workshop was attended by 40 secondary school science teachers and was packed with engaging lectures, hands-on activities, group sessions, and telescopic observation sessions.

4. Certificate Distribution Ceremony

The certificate distribution ceremony was graced by esteemed guests from the School Education Department, Government of Sindh, NED University of Engineering and Technology, Karachi, and Thar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Tharparkar.

ASTROTHAR STEM Teacher Training Workshop

January 7-8, 2025

Day 1: January 7, 2025 (Tuesday)
Timings Lecture/Activity
9:00 – 10:00 Registration
10:00 – 10:15 Welcome to workshop
10:15 – 11:00 Lecture 1: Light properties
11:00 – 11:45 Lecture 2: Space and satellites
11:45 – 12:30 Lecture 3: Light dispersion
12:30 – 14:00 Lunch and pray break
14:00 – 15:00 Hands on Activity 1: Space adventure
15:00 – 16:00 Hands on Activity 2: Light and mirrors
16:00 – 16:30 Group activity
16:30 – 17:00 Refreshment
17:00 – 18:00 Break
18:00 – 19:30 Telescopic observation of solar system
19:30 onwards Gala Dinner
Day 2: January 8, 2025 (Wednesday)
Timings Lecture/Activity
9:00 – 9:50 Lecture 4: Investigating Space
9:50 – 10:40 Lecture 5: Light and optics
10:40 – 11:30 Lecture 6: Space exploration
11:30 – 12:30 Hands on Activity 3: DIY telescope Assembly
12:30 – 14:00 Lunch and pray break
Telescopic Observation of Sun
14:00 – 15:00 Hands on Activity 4: Space explorers
15:00 – 16:00 Workshop closing ceremony
Workshop evaluation and feedback
Certificate distribution
Group photo