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SUMMARY:O24 - A Mobile Planetarium as a Gateway to Astronomy Education: Th
 e Syrian Experience (2005–2011) and Future Perspectives**
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DESCRIPTION:Speakers: Turkieh Jbour (Syrian Astronomical Association)\nThi
 s presentation highlights the experience of the mobile planetarium operate
 d by the Syrian Astronomical Association between 2005 and 2011\, and its r
 ole as an effective tool for astronomy education and public outreach. Thro
 ugh interactive programs\, the planetarium reached children\, students\, a
 nd the wider community across different regions\, fostering scientific cur
 iosity\, promoting interest in science and space\, and transforming astron
 omy concepts into an inspiring and accessible learning experience. These a
 ctivities were later interrupted due to the challenges of the war\; howeve
 r\, the experience demonstrated the significant value of planetariums as p
 latforms for informal education and science communication. As a member of 
 the Office of Astronomy Education and Outreach in Syria\, affiliated with 
 the International Astronomical Union (IAU)\, I aim to share this experienc
 e\, exchange knowledge with the international community\, and benefit from
  global practices as we currently work toward launching a new mobile plane
 tarium in Syria and developing sustainable astronomy outreach and educatio
 n programs for the future.\n\nhttps://indico.narit.or.th/event/238/contrib
 utions/927/
LOCATION:Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort Ballroom II
URL:https://indico.narit.or.th/event/238/contributions/927/
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