Category Archives: 2021

Guide for Code Learning with Astronomical Ideas

The core project idea is to create a code learning-program based on microbits and astronomical topics. Micro:bit is a pocket programmable device that allows children and young people to learn how to program in a simple, playful and creative way. Its integrated sensors, which include buttons, compass, accelerometer, temperature, brightness, Bluetooth connection, LED matrix, allow […]

STEAM Teaching Materials from Bosscha Observatory (Indonesian)

This project developed distance learning infrastructure, human resources, materials and methodology to assist teachers, particularly in empowering rational capacity through astronomy. The learning material is enriched with other STEAM components, most importantly energy, water, and the need to care for Earth. The facility and human resources built have been able to reach out to 137985 […]

Astrobus Program Inspires Students in Nigeria

NAIJABUS is an Astrobus program aimed at sensitizing and inspiring the youth, particularly girls, to embrace space science initiatives. The project was conducted by the Centre for Basic Space Science, Nsukka Nigeria in partnership with local and international collaborators (Department of Physics COOU, Anambra State, Nigeria; West African Regional Office of Astronomy for Development, Nigeria […]

Looking Back At 10 Years of the OAD

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In a new OAD video commemorating our 10th anniversary, the global Astro4Dev community look back at 10 years of OAD, talk about why they use astronomy and what it means to our world. During the course of 2021, we interviewed a few of the stakeholders and people involved in the work of the OAD in […]

External Review Panel Lauds OAD’s Work and Recommends Continuation

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The report from a recent external review of the Office of Astronomy for Development (OAD) has just been released to the public by the National Research Foundation. The review, covering 6 years of OAD operations, concluded with a commendation on the OAD’s work and a recommendation to renew its hosting in South Africa until 2027. […]