There are a variety lessons available using both types of star labs. The “pinhole” projectors include GEMS units, binders, and slides to accompany the time in the dome. The Digital Dome includes an online source as well as multiple software options. Below are some power points, the list of software options and other suggested lesson plans that you might be able to use in the dome or the classroom.
The San Joaquin Office of Science and Special Projects works closely with the TOPS program in Livermore. They have constructed a series of power points that may be downloaded for use with the dome. You may want to access www.livermoreschools.com/ for a complete list.
Here are just a few samples of power points that are offered:
The website to use for the digital dome is:
Lesson plans range from grades K- 12
Some suggested lessons not included in the binders include:
Grades 2-5
Grades 4-8
Grades 9-12
Teachers of Grades 7-12- Take your student’s reports to a new level! Projects (not isolated to astronomy), or pictures may be downloaded from a computer and either put on a disk or jump drive. Narration may either be included on the drive, (if your computer has the capability to record voice), or narrated by the student in the dome.
In addition we have included the following software:
Sample Lessons
