BEYOND
THE CLASSROOM WINDOW
ACTION ACTIVITY: Astronomy – Star Parties
Research
indicates that the bond that exists
between the student and the teacher is directly
proportional to the students’ willingness to absorb information presented. Understanding this concept, the learning
strategy called “Beyond The
Classroom Window” utilizes action activities
designed to promote, enhance or reinforce this bond. Proper preparation and application of this
strategy creates an atmosphere of “family.” Discipline problems are replaced with a
desire for learning adventure.
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Permission & information related to entering the
cave site may be obtained by contacting:
Coulterville Unit District #1
For
detailed information contact:
Coulterville,
Equipment required for this activity: At
lease one telescope is required for this activity.
If you do
not have one available, you may contact
Tracy
or Kathleen for assistance.
Tracy
(Coulterville): 618-758-2881
Kathleen (Hoyleton): 618-493-7787
Special Note: If
you are unfamiliar with the stars, you and your students may wish to join Tracy
or Kathleen for an evening of star gazing.
Tracy Wolf has several available for use and Kathleen Roper has a
complete observatory. You may wish to
take your students to the Hoyleton Observatory for an
evening of star gazing, hot dogs and marshmallows. The observatory not only has multiple
telescoped available for student use, but also a large computer-controlled 12”
Meade with projection & digital photograph capability. You may also wish to check out Starlab. Bring the
stars to your students in an atmosphere of safety & warmth.
If interested in providing an adventure that takes
your students into the realm of night sky observations, contact Tracy Wolf at
Coulterville School (618) 758-2881 or Kathleen Roper at the Hoyleton
Observatory (618) 493-7787.
