Project Overview
Citizen ASAS-SN is a citizen science astronomy project where students classify variable stars using real astronomical light curve data collected by the All-Sky Automated Survey for Supernovae (ASAS-SN). Participants help scientists study how stars change in brightness and behavior over time.
Learning Outcomes
- Understanding variable stars and stellar behavior
- Exposure to real astronomical survey data
- Development of data analysis and pattern-recognition skills
- Introduction to light curve interpretation
- STEM and astronomy career awareness
Student Activities
- Analyze stellar light curve data
- Identify and classify different types of variable stars
- Observe brightness variation patterns
- Participate in astronomical data classification activities
- Submit findings through the research platform
Eligibility
- • Middle school to high school students
- • Beginner to intermediate participation level
- • Suitable for astronomy clubs and STEM programs
Program Duration
- • Flexible and self-paced participation
- • Suitable for workshops, astronomy camps, and long-term programs
- • Online participation available
Participation Process
1
School/student registration
2
Orientation to variable stars and light curves
3
Access to ASAS-SN datasets and classification tools
4
Students analyze and classify stellar data
5
Contributions submitted to the project platform
Resources Provided
- Real astronomical light curve datasets
- Online classification platform
- Astronomy tutorials and learning materials
- Variable star analysis guides
- Participation support resources
Deliverables / Outputs
- Variable star classifications
- Light curve analysis reports
- Student participation records
- Astronomy research activity summaries
Recognition & Certification
- Participation recognition
- Exposure to real astronomical survey research
- Opportunity to contribute to stellar classification studies
School Benefits
- Introduces students to real astronomical data science
- Enhances STEM and analytical learning skills
- Encourages curiosity-driven scientific exploration
- Strengthens astronomy and research-focused education
Spaceadhyaan Support
Light curve analysis guidance
Astronomy mentorship sessions
Student onboarding and participation support
School activity coordination
Chart the Light of Distant Worlds
Analyze real-time data from the All-Sky Automated Survey. Help classify stellar brightness variations and discover the universe's most dynamic events.