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Where will you be on June 8 th, 2004? If you don't know yet, you had better decide quickly or you may miss one of the rarest events in astronomy. To learn more about this rare celestial event, read this fascinating article, "The Transit of Venus: Twice in a Lifetime".
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The Diversity of Roles for Scientists in K-14 Education and Public Outreach
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Scientist Involvement in Public Outreach -- Making the Case
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Improving Science Education: The Role of Scientists
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What are the Similarities Between Science Research and Science Education Reform?
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A Framework for Planning Education and Public Outreach Programs Associated with Scientific Research Programs
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Misconceptions Scientists Often Have About the National Science Education Standards
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For more reading on how scientists can be involved in Education and Outreach, visit:

Education and Outreach at NASA's Office of Space Science
http://spacescience.nasa.gov/education/index.htm

Space Science Institute
http://www.spacescience.org/Education/ResourcesForScientists/Workshops/Four-Day/Resources/Articles/1.html

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