Space Exploration's Rich History - January 26 - 27, 2008
The 50th Anniversary of Explorer 1
January 31, 2008 marks the 50th anniversary of Explorer 1, the United States' first artificial satellite, built by the Jet Propulsion Laboratory. That event was a convergence of sufficiently advanced technology, global politics and national will. Its outcome was the "Space Age" in which we live, a surge in attention to technology, the growth of the high tech economy and an emphasis on the need (if not the realization) for science education for all.
But the event itself was still an amazing achievement. Lead by JPL's Historian Dr. Erik Conway, this educator conference will feature a series of speakers describing the political, technical, educational and social context of the time. An Explorer 1 documentary produced for the anniversary by JPL Executive Council member and Emmy Award winning producer Blaine Baggett will be screened.
Science and social studies educators, museum staff and high school students are invited to attend the event on Saturday and Sunday, January 26 and 27, 2008 in Pasadena, California.
Space is limited and pre-registration is required; it will not be possible to register at the door. The conference will run 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. on Saturday and 8:00 A.M. to noon on Sunday. High school students and above may attend. Students must register and youths under 18 must be accompanied by an adult during the conference.
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There is a registration fee of $40 to offset costs including materials and food (continental breakfasts and morning breaks both days; box lunch and afternoon break on Saturday).
Make check payable to Jet Propulsion Laboratory and mail to:
History Educator Conference
Attn: Trisha Wheeler
Mail Stop 180-109
Jet Propulsion Laboratory
4800 Oak Grove Drive
Pasadena, CA 91109
(818) 393-6667
Mail Stop 180-109
Jet Propulsion Laboratory
4800 Oak Grove Drive
Pasadena, CA 91109
(818) 393-6667
The registration deadline is Tuesday, January 22 and, once registered, there are no refunds.
