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Astronomy Apps for Mobile Devices, A First Catalog

December 1, 2011 | Media and Technology

The explosion in mobile apps in the last few years has meant that many new astronomy applications have become available. This catalog is a first attempt to make a list of those of particular interest to astronomy educators. For each mobile app, we give the title, then the developer (in parentheses), the web address for downloading it, and a brief description. Please note that we do not list the devices (or operating systems) each app is available for, since this is changing very fast as developers catch up with the increasing popularity of a variety of smart phones and tablets. At the end, you can find a selection of astronomy app reviews, to help you distinguish among apps that have similar purposes--although the number of apps is fast outpacing the ability of reviewers to keep up. Suggestions and additions for this catalog are most welcome.

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    Foothill College
  • Citation

    ISSN : 1539-1515
    DOI : 10.3847/AER2011036
    Publication Name: Astronomy Education Review
    Volume: 10
    Number: 1
    Page Number: 137
    Resource Type: Reference Materials
    Discipline: Space science
    Audience: General Public | Educators/Teachers | Museum/ISE Professionals
    Environment Type: Media and Technology | Websites, Mobile Apps, and Online Media

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