Bi - Sensorial Astronomy For Chilean BVI People

Every city in Chile has its own blind and visually impaired (BVI) groups, where members meet to engage in various recreational activities, rehabilitation therapies, and sports (Corporación para Ciegos en Chile n.d.). We have realized that scientific and cultural activities are not usually an option for them. We are also aware that Chile has laws to include BVI children in schools, but these do not guarantee that the education they receive is properly adapted to their needs. Dedoscopio creates opportunities for people to learn about astronomy in an interactive and engaging way. Our main goal is to reach BVI groups across Chile, offering them an alternative to their usual activities. To enhance the quality of knowledge exchange for BVI individuals, we are evaluating our activities using both formative and summative assessment methods. This approach helps us improve and clarify knowledge about astronomy and the latest discoveries in the field. We will present the results of these evaluations, based on the activities carried out this year, using a combination of tactile and sound materials (Bearmejo et al. 2002).