On 29 Apr 2008, at 15:53, daniel turner wrote:
The world of astronomy is much bigger than picture taking and data gathering. I would like to suggest a number of other activities.
The first is public outreach.
Daniel is spot on. Many may not know that SLAS does far more evening outreach that most clubs but for those with a bit of spare time during the day, outreach in the public schools can be very rewarding, especially this time of year. I say "this time of year" because Utah schools are currently doing core curriculum testing which, for 6th grade, includes testing on Earth's seasons, phases of the Moon and eclipses. Last week I did the Grantsville Elementary, so far this week both elementary schools here in Stansbury and Thursday one in Tooele. And more to come. The subject matter isn't all that difficult to teach and the kids really eat it up. In fact, at the school I was at today the bell rang signaling the end of the school day yet several kids (curiously all girls) stayed behind to ask questions. How to get started? Just call the local elementary school and ask to speak with the 6th grade science coordinator or the principal. patrick