Workshop on Infrared Astronomy for Teachers

• The electromagnetic spectrum, including the near and thermal IR
• Light and optics
• Experiments with a thermal IR camera
• The Spitzer Space Telescope
• IR astronomy and discoveries with Spitzer
• Inquiry-based curricular materials based on Spitzer data
• A special visit to Kirkwood Observatory

Workshop participants will be trained in the use of a thermal IR camera that will be available for loan to qualified teachers.

Participants will receive a $150 stipend and a valuable IR Teaching Kit for use in classrooms. Participants may also register for optional graduate credit with a fee. Lunches included.

Optional Continuing Renewal Units and graduate credit available.

Presented by the IU Astronomy Department and the School of Education. The support of the Spitzer Science Center and NASA and the National Science Foundation for this summer workshop is gratefully acknowledged.

Registration Information

Pre-register for The Universe in the Infrared by June 1. Late registrations will be accepted on a space available basis.

Print and fill out the registration form and mail to:

IR Astronomy Workshop at IU
Astronomy Department SW319
727 E. 3rd St.
Bloomington IN 47405-7105

Maximum number of participants: 15 teachers. In order to support all schools, preference will be given to one teacher from each high school. Additional spaces will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis. You will be notified in early June regarding your participation.

Lodging

For out-of-town participants, several choices are available for lodging. If you would like a roommate let us know. Rates are often better for hotels booked on the web, and links are provided in the list below.

Local hotels

• Indiana Memorial Union (On campus) 812.855.2536
• Fairfield Inn by Marriott (812-331-1122)
• Hampton Inn (812-334-2100)
• Quality Inn (812-323-2222)
• Scholars Inn Bed & Breakfast (812-332-1892)
• Towneplace Suites by Marriott (812-334-1234)
• University Plaza Hotel (812-334-3552)

For further information, contact :
Aubrie Maxwell
Workshop Coordinator
Astronomy Department, Indiana University
Phone 812 855-6911
irworkshop@astro.indiana.edu