We describe new materials available at the Arecibo Observatory for visitors with visual impairments. These materials include a guide in Braille that describes the telescope, explains some basic terms used in radio astronomy, and lists frequently asked questions. We have also designed a tactile model of the telescope. Our interest is in enabling blind visitors to participate in the excitement of visiting the world’s largest radio telescope.
Date
01/01/2007
Citation
Bartus, P., Isidro, G. M., La Rosa, C., & Pantoja, C. A. 2007, Astronomy Education Review, 6(1), p.1–14
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