The International Year of Astronomy will feature many events and activities to participate in. Visit the Events section to stay up to date with special events; this section features projects and activities that are happening throughout the year.
Dark Skies Awareness is a Cornerstone Project of the International Year of Astronomy, encompassing a number of events and activities. More information on how to get involved is available on the Project's page.
The Galileo Teacher Training Program brings training and resources to teachers around the globe. The project’s aim is to improve astronomy education for children of all nations, by better equipping their tutors through a comprehensive set of resources and practical guidance. Learn more in the official press release, or at the program's website.
In 2009, the planet Jupiter will experience an equinox (it occurs only every six years) allowing the observation from Earth of mutual occultations and eclipses between the Galilean satellites. We will take the opportunity of the "International Year of Astronomy 2009" to encourage every one to look at these satellites and to make astronomical observations. This is a great project for amateur astronomers and students alike. Learn more at the official IYA website.
The World At Night (TWAN) is a special project of the International Year of Astronomy that presents images of the night sky from around the world, taken by top astrophotograhers. On the TWAN website you can:
This competition is being run to get schools involved in the International Year of Astronomy 2009. The competition has been extended to the end of Term One 2009, so it's not too late to enter! The winning entries will be featured on this website. Find out more on our competition page.
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