Oral comunication
E. M. P. S. Moreira, I. A. Costa
Abstract
The citizen science (CS) concept is now summarized in a simple common idea: the public engagement in different stages of scientific processes. If the view of CS as a scientific technique is very consensual, its use as an open science mechanism and as a science communication and education (SCE) method is not. However, accomplishing science communication and open science goals are two of the most common purposes of CS, highlighted by both scientists and CS project managers alike. Indeed, the advantages of associating science communication and science education have long been known, namely through CS projects, helping to bridge the gap between scientific research and science education. Thus, engaging teachers in CS processes is a natural path, enhanced by the "school effect" and the "teacher effect" in students, but also in the effect these have in students' families and the surrounding school community. This "multiplier effect" of influences, provided by schools, is unique and highly positive.
So, in this talk we will share the codesign model of the CS projeto "CoAstro: @n Astronomy Condo". It, starting from the framework already presented, reached more than one thousand participants, with lasting and wide-public-ranging science communication effects. Therefore, we will show how the CoAstro model can break barriers and be used as a dissemination strategy, using Gaia's mission data releases. Following this strategy we will see how, using Gaia's data, we can change attitudes and beliefs towards science, increase astronomy knowledge and really engage astronomers, science communicators and the lay public.
MW-Gaia WG5 workshop. Breaking Barriers: Inspiring the Next Generation
Santiago de Compostela, Spain
2022 May
