National Schools' Observatory

National Schools' Observatory

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We are looking forward to meeting everyone who signed up to next week's workshop! This month's workshop is sold out but watch for new dates coming soon!

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/national-schools-observatory-33417565883
Let us know how our website works for you at our online drop-in! 4PM, Tuesday.

Ask any questions about creating and managing accounts. Feedback about how you use the NSO web resources.

https://www.schoolsobservatory.org/teach/training/chat-NSO
Join the NSO Teachers' Network to...
✔Connect with other educators.
✔Test new NSO resources.
✔Feedback on what you want to see from the NSO.
https://www.schoolsobservatory.org/about/user-groups/sign-up
It's International Women's Day and we thought you might be interested to know that the NSO team is majority women!

There are 6 of us: the director Andy, project managers Stacey and Emma, development and marketing officer Alison, teacher liaison officer Jenny and our strategic projects' coordinator Chris. All of us have science or IT backgrounds and none of us look alike. There is not one mustache or crazy hairdo (we think) between us!

What do you think of when you imagine a scientist? aims to celebrate women's achievements, raise awareness against bias and take action for equality. Try our Space Jobs activity with your friends and share what you learn, you may even find a space job that suits you.

https://www.schoolsobservatory.org/teach/activities/spacejobs
Into Our Skies: Space in Schools.
Upper KS2 teacher INSET (CPD) session.
29 March 2022 - 4.00pm - 6.00pm BST.
University of Central Lancashire, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 2HE
Primary Teachers - Session 1 of our FREE online Earth and Space workshop takes place next week! 🌍🌖🪐

Discover..
✔Practical activities
✔Online resources
✔Common misconceptions
Teachers…get ready & register for our FREE online workshop on Earth & Space. Hands-on ways to teach .

Discover..
✔Practical activities
✔Online resources
✔Common misconceptions
Not sure how to create and manage NSO accounts for your students?
Come along to our online drop-in at 4PM Thurs Feb 17

https://www.schoolsobservatory.org/teach/training/chat-NSO
Teaching BTEC Applied Science? There's 1 week left to sign up for our FREE online workshop.

Discover how the topic of space can inspire your students & bring topics in mandatory units to life. Plus, explore loads of support for optional Unit 16!
- register for our FREE online workshop on Earth & Space. Hands-on ways to teach !

Runs on 3 & 10 March 2022
Can you spot the JWST?

Taken on Friday 21st Jan 2022 by The Liverpool Telescope. Each still image is 1 minute apart with a 40 second exposure time. We are pretty proud of the LT as the JWST was 850,000 miles away!

Credits: LJMU/LT/Astronomy.ac.uk
When's the next full moon?!🌔

Which planets are visible in the night sky?!🪐

Don't panic - Next month's NSO astronomy calendar for Feb '22 has dropped 🌃

https://www.schoolsobservatory.org/learn/astro/nightsky/ukstargazing/cal

The NSO is a free educational astrophysics website for UK and Irish schools.

Established by Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) the National Schools' Observatory (NSO) enables schools in the UK and Ireland to request their own observations alongside professional astronomers with the world's largest fully-robotic telescope, the Liverpool Telescope. Free access to the Liverpool Telescope as well as free web-based educational resources help with the challenging task of te

Operating as usual

05/12/2022

We have over 14,000 pupils signed up to watch this year so far!

There's still time to join us, clink the link below and register for free.

NSO: Online Primary Christmas!

For the 3rd year running, the National Schools' Observatory & Astrophysicists from Liverpool John Moores University will be broadcasting a festive space-themed event for children aged 7 – 11.

'Snow Place Like Home!'

Last year’s event was watched by over 7000 pupils!

More: http://bit.ly/3Fu7Htr

National Schools' Observatory 01/11/2022

National Schools' Observatory

There is only 1 week left to sign up for our next free online workshops for teachers in the UK:

8th Nov - BTEC Applied Science: Spotlight on Astronomy
9th Nov - Earth & Space for Primary Teachers

National Schools' Observatory With the National Schools' Observatory, you can explore the Universe from your classroom with the world's largest robotic telescope. We are part of Liverpool John Moores Univerisity's Astrophysics Research Institute. We use the wonders of space to inspire the next generation of scientists, programme...

18/10/2022

Time to register! The 4th conference is around the corner! It will take place online 18 & 19 November 2022

One of our Champion teachers will be representing the NSO - register & check out their digital poster

https://bit.ly/register-SCX-conf

Earth and Space - Workshop for Primary Teachers 11/10/2022

Earth and Space - Workshop for Primary Teachers

Primary Teachers! Register now for our FREE online workshop on Earth & Space. Hands-on ways to teach .

Discover..
✔Practical activities
✔Online resources
✔Common misconceptions

Earth and Space - Workshop for Primary Teachers Join us to explore hands-on ways to support pupils develop their understanding of our Earth in Space and the Solar System.

Explore the Universe - Workshop for Teachers 06/10/2022

Explore the Universe - Workshop for Teachers

1 week left to register for our FREE Explore the Universe online workshop with Prof. Andrew Newsam.

Learn to make advanced observations and explore experiments and investigations your students can do with Liverpool Telescope data.

Explore the Universe - Workshop for Teachers Are you used to using the NSO but want to go a bit further? This workshop will support you and your students to make advanced observations.

BTEC Applied Science: Spotlight on Astronomy 29/09/2022

BTEC Applied Science: Spotlight on Astronomy

Are you teaching Applied Science? The NSO can support you to make Astronomy and Space Science inspiring and practical!

Book onto our FREE online workshop and share with your colleagues

BTEC Applied Science: Spotlight on Astronomy This workshop will support you to connect astronomy and space with units in the BTEC National Extended Diploma in Applied Science.

Access the Universe - Workshop for Teachers 22/09/2022

Access the Universe - Workshop for Teachers

1 week left to register for our FREE Access the Universe online workshop where you can:

✔discover curriculum linked space-themed resources
✔get started using your NSO account
✔discover how to use real astronomy data in your classroom

Access the Universe - Workshop for Teachers Discover how to use the NSO and Liverpool Telescope from your school to inspire and education your students.

19/09/2022

Did you know connecting with the natural world around you can help your mental health? For Youth Mental Health Day we've put together some astronomy-themed activities that can help you focus and unwind.

https://www.schoolsobservatory.org/discover/wellbeing

Explore the Universe - Workshop for Teachers 13/09/2022

Explore the Universe - Workshop for Teachers

Have you been using the Schools Observatory in your teaching but want to take it further?

Book onto our FREE online workshop with Prof. Andrew Newsam and learn to make advanced observations and explore experiments and investigations.

Explore the Universe - Workshop for Teachers Are you used to using the NSO but want to go a bit further? This workshop will support you and your students to make advanced observations.

Explore the Universe - Workshop for Teachers 06/09/2022

Explore the Universe - Workshop for Teachers

Are you a teacher in the UK and new to the NSO? Do you want to use the Liverpool Telescope to inspire and engage your students?

Book your place on our FREE online workshop to:

✔get started using your NSO account
✔discover how to use real astronomy data in your classroom

Explore the Universe - Workshop for Teachers Are you used to using the NSO but want to go a bit further? This workshop will support you and your students to make advanced observations.

Astronomy at Home - Home Educator Workshop 01/09/2022

Astronomy at Home - Home Educator Workshop

Sign up for our special free online session just for Home Educators in the UK!

Explore practical activities to teach science and maths through the topic of space and discover how you can use the Liverpool Telescope to engage and inspire your children.

Astronomy at Home - Home Educator Workshop Learn how to use the Liverpool Telescope from your home and inspire your children to be curious about their planet and beyond .

Explore the Universe - Workshop for Teachers 07/06/2022

Explore the Universe - Workshop for Teachers

Reminder ‼️
Our Explore the Universe workshop has been rescheduled to 21st June.

Places are still available on this advanced session for in the UK or Ireland.

Register on our Eventbrite page https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/explore-the-universe-workshop-for-teachers-registration-176388622117

Explore the Universe - Workshop for Teachers Are you used to using the NSO but want to go a bit further? This workshop will support you and your students to make advanced observations.

Explore the Universe - Workshop for Teachers 11/05/2022

Explore the Universe - Workshop for Teachers

Have you been using the NSO in your teaching but want to take it further?

Book onto our FREE online workshop with Prof. Andy Newsam and learn to make advanced observations and explore experiments and investigations.

Explore the Universe - Workshop for Teachers Are you used to using the NSO but want to go a bit further? This workshop will support you and your students to make advanced observations.

Access the Universe - Workshop for Teachers 04/05/2022

Access the Universe - Workshop for Teachers

1 week left to register for our FREE Access the Universe online workshop where you can:

✔discover curriculum linked space-themed resources
✔get started using your NSO account
✔discover how to use real astronomy data in your classroom

Access the Universe - Workshop for Teachers An introduction to making astronomical observations and using real data to facilitate scientific investigation in science lessons.

Access the Universe - Workshop for Teachers 10/04/2022

Access the Universe - Workshop for Teachers

Want find out how the NSO enables your school to Access the Universe for free?
There are still places available on our FREE online workshop where you can:

✔get started using your NSO account
✔discover how to use real astronomy data in your classroom

Access the Universe - Workshop for Teachers An introduction to making astronomical observations and using real data to facilitate scientific investigation in science lessons.

Timeline photos 08/03/2022

It's International Women's Day and we thought you might be interested to know that the NSO team is majority women!

There are 6 of us: the director Andy, project managers Stacey and Emma, development and marketing officer Alison, teacher liaison officer Jenny and our strategic projects' coordinator Chris. All of us have science or IT backgrounds and none of us look alike. There is not one mustache or crazy hairdo (we think) between us!

What do you think of when you imagine a scientist? aims to celebrate women's achievements, raise awareness against bias and take action for equality. Try our Space Jobs activity with your friends and share what you learn, you may even find a space job that suits you.

https://www.schoolsobservatory.org/teach/activities/spacejobs

Into Our Skies: Space in Schools INSET 07/03/2022

Into Our Skies: Space in Schools INSET

Into Our Skies: Space in Schools.
Upper KS2 teacher INSET (CPD) session.
29 March 2022 - 4.00pm - 6.00pm BST.
University of Central Lancashire, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 2HE

Into Our Skies: Space in Schools INSET An INSET workshop for upper KS2 primary science teachers on the Earth & Space topic.

Earth and Space - Workshop for Primary Teachers 24/02/2022

Earth and Space - Workshop for Primary Teachers

Primary Teachers - Session 1 of our FREE online Earth and Space workshop takes place next week! 🌍🌖🪐

Discover..
✔Practical activities
✔Online resources
✔Common misconceptions

Earth and Space - Workshop for Primary Teachers Join us to explore hands-on ways to support pupils develop their understanding of our Earth in Space and the Solar System.

Earth and Space - Workshop for Primary Teachers 15/02/2022

Earth and Space - Workshop for Primary Teachers

Teachers…get ready & register for our FREE online workshop on Earth & Space. Hands-on ways to teach .

Discover..
✔Practical activities
✔Online resources
✔Common misconceptions

Earth and Space - Workshop for Primary Teachers Join us to explore hands-on ways to support pupils develop their understanding of our Earth in Space and the Solar System.

Applied Science: Spotlight on Astronomy - BTEC Workshop 01/02/2022

Applied Science: Spotlight on Astronomy - BTEC Workshop

Teaching BTEC Applied Science? There's 1 week left to sign up for our FREE online workshop.

Discover how the topic of space can inspire your students & bring topics in mandatory units to life. Plus, explore loads of support for optional Unit 16!

Applied Science: Spotlight on Astronomy - BTEC Workshop This workshop will support you to connect astronomy and space with units in the BTEC National Extended Diploma in Applied Science.

Earth and Space - Workshop for Primary Teachers 26/01/2022

Earth and Space - Workshop for Primary Teachers

- register for our FREE online workshop on Earth & Space. Hands-on ways to teach !

Runs on 3 & 10 March 2022

Earth and Space - Workshop for Primary Teachers Join us to explore hands-on ways to support pupils develop their understanding of our Earth in Space and the Solar System.

25/01/2022

Can you spot the JWST?

Taken on Friday 21st Jan 2022 by The Liverpool Telescope. Each still image is 1 minute apart with a 40 second exposure time. We are pretty proud of the LT as the JWST was 850,000 miles away!

Credits: LJMU/LT/Astronomy.ac.uk

12/01/2022

Got a question for the NSO? Did you know that registered NSO teachers can drop in to one of our monthly Zoom chats and talk to a member of the team?

The next chat takes place on Zoom THIS TIME NEXT WEEK - 19 Jan at 4PM

https://www.schoolsobservatory.org/teach/training/chat-NSO

Applied Science: Spotlight on Astronomy - BTEC Workshop 05/01/2022

Applied Science: Spotlight on Astronomy - BTEC Workshop

Are you teaching Applied Science? The NSO can support you to make Astronomy and Space Science inspiring and practical!

Book onto our FREE February online workshop and share with your colleagues

Applied Science: Spotlight on Astronomy - BTEC Workshop This workshop will support you to connect astronomy and space with units in the BTEC National Extended Diploma in Applied Science.

21/12/2021

We wish all teachers, tutors, TAs, school & college staff, home educators, and of course all the students a very happy winter break!

See you in 2022!

Videos (show all)

Can you spot the JWST? Taken on Friday 21st Jan 2022 by The Liverpool Telescope. Each still image is 1 minute apart with...
How many of you have discovered our Timeline of Astronomy?It's a new quick activity linked to our History of Astronomy c...
Star Clusters
Exoplanets
NSO STEM Club
Teacher and Student Resources
- Image of the Month Competition -
- The National Schools' Observatory -
Dr Jackie Bell - Meeting Chris Hadfield
Dr Jackie Bell - Worst of 'Astronauts'

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