Mission to Mars: Connecting Diverse Student Groups with NASA Experts | Zendy

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Mission to Mars: Connecting Diverse Student Groups with NASA Experts

Author(s) -

Tara Polsgrove,

D.G. Jones,

Leslie Sadowski-Fugitt,

Nicole Kowrach

Publication year - 2012

Publication title -

nasa sti repository (national aeronautics and space administration)

Language(s) - English

Resource type - Conference proceedings

DOI - 10.2514/6.2012-5274

Subject(s) - mars exploration program , aeronautics , videoconferencing , space (punctuation) , work (physics) , jet propulsion , research center , center (category theory) , engineering , computer science , engineering management , aerospace engineering , multimedia , astrobiology , political science , physics , mechanical engineering , chemistry , law , crystallography , operating system

The Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago has formulated an innovative approach to inspiring the next generation to pursue STEM education. Middle school students in Chicago and at nearby Challenger Learning Centers work in teams to design a mission to Mars. Each mission includes real time access to NASA experts through partnerships with Marshall Space Flight Center, Johnson Space Center, and the Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Interactive videoconferencing connects students at the museum with students at a Challenger Learning Center and with NASA experts. This paper describes the approach, the results from the program s first year, and future opportunities for nationwide expansion.

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