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Jim at Yerkes Observatory
Credit: G. Cvetic |
Dr. Jim Lochner
Job Description: Astrophysicist & Astronomy Educator
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Biography
Dr. James Lochner has developed educational materials for NASA since
1996. To this endeavor, he brings a lifelong fascination with
astronomy and a background as an astrophysicist, as well as his
experience enabling teachers and students to improve their
understanding of the universe. Dr. Lochner is currently the E/PO Lead
for the Astrophysics Science Division (http://astrophysics.gsfc.nasa.gov/) at NASA/GSFC, which includes
both formal and informal education programs, as well as outreach
programs. He has served as E/PO lead for the High Energy Science
Archive Research Center (HEASARC (http://heasarc.gsfc.nasa.gov/))
and the Suzaku mission (http://suzaku-epo.gsfc.nasa.gov/) at
NASA/GSFC. He has led his team in the development of curriculum
support materials on topics ranging from galaxies to the origin
of the chemical elements to our evolving understanding of the nature
of the universe. These materials include educator guides, classroom
resources, and student access to astronomy data, all collected on the
Imagine the Universe!
website. He manages all stages of development,
from initial conception, working with lesson developers, design of the
product, evaluation and testing of the materials, development of
teacher workshops, and distribution of the final materials. He has
given a number of public talks and numerous educator workshops
nationwide at locations that include National Science Teacher
Association national and regional conferences, and at the National
Educational Computing Conference.
Click here for more details on Jim's background, career and other
interests!
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