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European Space Education Resource Office (ESERO UK)

ESERO-UK aims to promote the use of space to enhance and support the teaching and learning of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). Search for a space activity near your school or browse the selection of websites and recommended space resources.

The Jodcast

A twice-monthly podcast covering all aspects of astronomy from The University of Manchester's Jodrell Bank Observatory (UK). It includes the latest news, what you can see in the current night sky and interviews with astronomers.

European Space Agency education kit

Web resource from the European Space Agency (ESA) that based around the International Space Station (ISS). The kit is divided into five chapters: 1. What is the International Space Station? 2. Building the International Space Station 3. Living on board the International Space Station 4. Working on board the International Space Station 5. Future Voyages

NASA star count

Compare the number of stars observed in the sky around the world using NASA's Star Count. Students are encouraged observe the nights sky and count the number of stars they can see. Star Count is a project of NASA's Student Observation Network (SON). This is a collection of online inquiry-based activities that challenge students to find answers to questions, relating to NASA research.

Mars in the classroom

Developed by the University College London (UCL), Mars in the Classroom provides an exciting program of hands-on and thought-provoking science activities for students aged 13 to 16. The project is themed around the students planning their own manned mission to Mars, and comprises a series of modules to be carried out in small groups.

Explore the solar system

Explore the Solar System through video clips and images on the BBC Solar System website. Content has been taken from archived BBC content.

NASA quest

Interactive learning resources developed by NASA looking at all aspects of space exploration and research. Primarily aimed at 10-14 year olds, with a smaller selection of resources available for ages 8-9 and 14-18.