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Description
The aurora is a visually stunning phenomenon, yet its beauty can be inaccessible to individuals who are blind or visually impaired, making it more challenging for them to fully engage with its scientific and cultural significance. Within the project A Touch of Space Weather (ATOS)", we have developed innovative methods to make the aurora accessible and meaningful for these communities, thereby broadening participation in space weather education.
Our poster presents a set of inclusive educational resources that translate the aurora into tactile, auditory, and interactive experiences. These include a tactile image designed to represent auroral structures, accompanied by a video tutorial showing teachers and families how to create the image themselves. In addition, we present a booklet about the aurora enriched with QR codes linking to audio content, and a sonification of auroral data, allowing participants to hear the dynamics of this natural phenomenon. Together, these tools enable learners with different abilities to build a tangible understanding of solar–terrestrial interactions.
By showcasing these approaches, we aim to highlight how multisensory methods can transform aurora-based education and outreach into an inclusive experience that transcends visual barriers. This work demonstrates that accessibility-driven innovation not only serves specific communities but also enriches science communication for wider audiences, turning curiosity into deeper understanding and engagement with space weather.
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