Work in Space Project!

Grades 4-12 teachers and students! You won’t want to miss this unique educational experience!

The year 2011 will see the completion of the International Space Station (ISS) and the end of NASA’s current space shuttle program. Collaborate via blog and webcast with astronauts, scientists, engineers, and other classes from around the world, to learn about Canada’s ongoing role in the largest science and technology project in the history of humanity.

Find out what it’s really like to live and work in space from astronauts who have been there.

Explore the critical roles of Canada’s space technologies in the construction and operation of the ISS, with robotics engineers from the Canadian Space Agency.

Get a behind the scenes look at how astronauts train for their demanding missions in space.

The YES I Can – Work in Space Project uses the excitement of space exploration as a medium for teaching students about science and the role being played by Canada as a world leader in support of long-term space flight. The project includes a variety of activities in the Focus Areas to incorporate concepts and skills from the Pan-Canadian Science Protocol and support the Science program in your own school. Join us for curriculum-relevant, engaging activities – webcasting, investigating, and blogging!

The project is now completed and the site is in archive mode. Feel free to use any of the archived resources or webcasts with your students.

Due to the generous support of Cenovus Energy Inc., there is no cost to schools to participate in this project.