GLPA Conference Proceedings: 1985
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| Title | Author | Year | Abstract |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset, Sunrise and Exit Music for Planetariums | Allen, Robert | 1985 | Abstract: The author describes his methods for selecting appropriate background music for the planetarium. |
| Audio-visual Ideas for Representing the Sky | Bishop, Dr. Jeanne E. | 1985 | Abstract: Using simple and inexpensive materials, the author shares some of her ideas for developing simple sky demonstrations, as well as reporting recent results in left and right brain studies. |
| Halley's Comet: The Planetarium's Role | Chapman, Dr. Robert | 1985 | Abstract: Dr. Chapman, who's involved in the International Halley Watch, discusses the history of Halley's Comet and the role of the planetarium in its upcoming apparition. |
| Look Ma! No Wires | Elliott, Dr. Robert | 1985 | Abstract: The author describes his method for remotely controlling projectors in the planetarium. |
| Choosing Eyepieces for Your Observatory | Hunt, Jeffery L. | 1985 | Abstract: The author presents the subject of selecting eyepieces, including a discussion of terminology and his own eyepiece recommendations. |
| Planetariums and the Space Program - A Perspective | Knapp, Richard S. | 1985 | Abstract: The author shares memorable experiences and accomplishments of his career, the changing relationship between NASA and the planetarium community, and his role in training astronauts in the planetarium. |
| Probing the Big Bang with an Accelerator | Kolb, Dr. Edward | 1985 | Abstract: Dr. Kolb discusses the subject of cosmology, the dynamic nature of the universe, the big bang model, and how particle physics research can contribute to our overall understanding of these subjects. |
| An Inexpensive Under-Cove Shelf for Auxiliaries | Marshall, Jon | 1985 | Abstract: The author describes the construction of a light-tight shelf for auxiliary projectors mounted below his planetarium's already existing cove shelf. |
| Modems to Mars | Peterson, Carolyn | 1985 | Abstract: The author describes her computer bulletin board network which allows users to receive information on Mars research and the future exploration of Mars. |
| Factories in Space | Richman, Dr. David | 1985 | Abstract: Dr. Richman from the McDonnell-Douglas Astronautics Division, discusses electrophoresis experiments aboard the Space Shuttle and the past, present and future of space manufacturing. |
| Summer Enrichment in the Planetarium | Sampson, Gary | 1985 | Abstract: The author discusses two summer programs for children that he has developed in the planetarium. |
| Project Starwalk after One Year | Schafer, Sheldon | 1985 | Abstract: The author describes the project Starwalk educational program and its benefit to the planetarium and participating schools after one year of operation. |
| Using a Laser Disk Player and Video Projector | Skonieczny, Tim | 1985 | Abstract: The author discusses his use of a laser disk player and projector to access pictures and video clips for planetarium programs. |
| Exit Lighting in the Planetarium | Smith, Dr. Dale | 1985 | Abstract: The author discusses the legal considerations of planetarium exit lighting and his own efforts at planning and installing an adequate emergency lighting system. |
| Curriculum Guides - A Necessary Evil | Thompson, Rod | 1985 | Abstract: The author describes his development of a series of curriculum guides for teachers of grades one through six. |
| Teaching Geography in the Space Age | Whitt, April | 1985 | Abstract: The author describes a workshop for elementary and high school geography teachers conducted at Adler Planetarium during fall of 1985. |