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

• Finding a partner 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