"Tiangong Class" Hong Kong and Macao Designated Session enhances Hong Kong and Macao youths' understanding of aerospace science and national aerospace achievements
A government spokesman announced today (September 5) that a "Tiangong Class" Hong Kong and Macao Designated Session will be held soon. This will be a valuable aerospace science education activity, allowing students to watch live demonstrations of science experiments conducted in the unique environment of space, with a view to enhancing their knowledge of aerospace science and stimulating their interest in learning. Students can also learn from the three astronauts of the Shenzhou-23 crew, who are currently carrying out a manned space mission at the Tiangong Space Station, thereby building their aspirations, encouraging them to be daring to explore, further cultivating their patriotism and strengthening national identity.
The Shenzhou-23 crew, Photo source: reference image
The "Tiangong Class" activity, jointly organised by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) Government, the Macao SAR Government, and the China Manned Space Agency, includes an expert lecture, an in-orbit demonstration and a student question-and-answer session. It aims to vividly showcase the unique environment of space and the allure of space science and technology to the young people of Hong Kong and Macao. The Shenzhou-23 crew will conduct an exciting demonstration of science experiments for participating Hong Kong and Macao students at the Tiangong Space Station, engaging in a rare "dialogue between space and Earth". The Education Bureau will arrange for teachers and students in primary and secondary schools to watch the live broadcast on campuses on the day of the event.
Under the theme of "A Shared Cosmic Vision for National Rejuvenation", the HKSAR Government, in collaboration with various relevant organisations, has launched a series of popular science education and publicity events to provide members of the public with more opportunities to learn about the stellar achievements of the country's aerospace technology development and the HKSAR's contributions to the national space endeavours. It aims to inspire young people to engage in the field of innovation and technology (I&T) through various activities, with a view to nurturing more I&T talent for the country and the HKSAR, better integrating into and serving the overall national development, and making greater contributions to building a strong nation and achieving national rejuvenation.
The Shenzhou-23 crew, Photo source: reference image
The spokesman said: "China's manned space programme continues to achieve significant successes. As a national-level space laboratory, the Chinese Space Station not only serves asa vital platform for conducting research in space science, space technology and space applications, but also provides valuable educational resources for young people to learn about cutting-edge technologies, explore the unknown and study science. The 'Tiangong Class' Hong Kong and Macao Designated Session builds a bridge for learning and exploration connecting Earth and space, guiding young people in Hong Kong and Macao to gain a deeper understanding of the remarkable achievements of the country's manned space development."
He added: "The Education and Youth Development Bureau of the Macao SAR Government will organise a delegation of teachers and students from Macao to take part in the 'Tiangong Class' in Hong Kong. By jointly participating in this national-level science popularisation and patriotic education activity, students from Hong Kong and Macao will experience their connection with the country's scientific and technological development, ignite their passion for science, and cultivate a sense of patriotism."
Students can also learn from the astronauts. Photo source: reference image
On the day of the event, live online broadcast of the "Tiangong Class" Hong Kong and Macao Designated Session will be arranged on the Information Services Department's website (webcast.info.gov.hk), the news.gov.hk Facebook page, as well as the "A Shared Cosmic Vision for National Rejuvenation" thematic website (www.itib.gov.hk/zh-hk/payloadexpert). In addition, the Radio Television Hong Kong and other local television stations will also arrange live broadcasts, allowing all people in Hong Kong to witness this historic moment.
