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WorldWide Telescope

WorldWide Telescope

The WorldWide Telescope (WWT) is a Web 2.0 visualization software environment that enables your computer to function as a virtual telescope. This brings together imagery from the best ground and space-based telescopes in the world for a seamless exploration of the universe. The site offers narrated tours from astronomers and educators. An installation of the telescope must be performed before the website if functional. Additionally, the program require a Windows based operating system.
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stem education, workforce development, technician training, advanced technological education
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Material Type:
Reference Material
Date Added to MERLOT:
July 18, 2016
Date Modified in MERLOT:
July 18, 2016
Author:
Submitter:
Barbra Bied Sperling
Primary Audience:
Grade School, Middle School, High School, College General Ed, College Lower Division, College Upper Division, Graduate School, Professional
Technical Format:
Website
Mobile Compatibility:
Not specified at this time
Language:
English
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No
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No
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Unknown
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No

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