Project ASTRO How-To Manual for Teachers and Astronomers
This practical guide, by the staff of Project ASTRO, contains a wealth of information on how to create successful teacher-astronomer partnerships in your community. It is now available for purchase online at the ASP’s AstroShop as part of the Universe at Your Fingertips 2.0 DVD-ROM.
Click here for the table of contents.
This manual gives tips on:
- What makes a successful partnership
- Finding a partner teacher or astronomer
- Partnership strategies and possibilities
- Expectations and planning
- Integrating the astronomer into the classroom
- Getting started and the first visit
- Roles and responsibilities for teachers and astronomers
- Involving the school and community
- Getting support and publicity
- Star parties, astronomy clubs and other good ideas