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downlink and conveying time cues and other pertinent information to the person working directly with the <br />students. NASA does not send out a technician. <br />What does everyone see during a downlink? <br />The host organization will see and hear the crewmembers. The crewmembers typically are only able to hear <br />the questions. The NASA TV audience will see and hear the crewmembers and the question askers at the host <br />organization. A recording of the NASA TV production of the downlink will be posted to YouTube. <br />Do you have any technology tips? <br />• Room layout — Speakers and viewing screens should be placed so the audience and participants can <br />see and hear the downlink. Design a seating plan so participants have quick access to the microphone. <br />Plan to have the technical POC in the same room as the downlink participants. <br />• Ambient noise — Choose a room in which noise can be reasonably controlled and ensure all PA <br />announcements and bell systems have been turned off. Any background conversations, theme music, <br />sound effects, etc. will make it very difficult for the crew to hear. <br />Logistics for Day of In-flight Education Downlink Plan <br />Several logistical details go into planning the downlink as well as the activities surrounding it that day. <br />Describe logistical tasks such as collecting and selecting questions to ask crew members, collecting Talent <br />Authorization Forms (required for anyone that appears on NASA TV), transportation required to get <br />participants to the facility (if needed), the activities surrounding the downlink and community partnership <br />involvement. <br />What are some tips for creating a strong logistics plan? <br />0 Do not make the downlink your only activity for the day. <br />• Invite community partners to participate in presentations or providing activities during the day. List <br />community partners that have made a commitment to help out on the day of the event. <br />• Include plans for rehearsing the downlink before the event. <br />• Include plans to collect talent authorization forms for participants that appear on NASA TV. <br />0 Provide a sample schedule about the day including educational activities and logistical activities. <br />