Author: Erik Westermann

Understanding Telescope Control

Slooh.com offers powerful telescope control for educators. Book basic or advanced missions, or join other members’ missions. Basic missions are automated, while advanced missions offer more control over the telescope, timing, and image processing. Slooh fosters a collaborative community to explore the universe.

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Getting Mission Updates

Slooh sends mission updates via email and website notifications. Expect an alert 15 minutes before your mission begins, and a follow-up email the next day once your image is ready to view. Processing can take several hours, so be patient – your celestial snapshot will be worth the wait!

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Scheduling a Mission by Constellation and Object

Slooh.com makes it easy to view objects in your favorite constellation. Select the constellation, then choose an object within it. Preview the mission to calculate the optimal viewing time and telescope, and schedule the mission to lock in your reservation. Slooh handles the rest, giving you incredible celestial views.

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Controlling the Slooh Telescopes

Slooh.com makes capturing breathtaking astronomical images a breeze. Simply choose your desired view and Slooh.com will determine visibility, recommend the best telescope, and calculate the optimal capture time. Schedule your mission through the intuitive Telescope Control panel and your celestial portrait will be captured automatically at the designated time.

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Understanding Quest Curriculum Alignment

Slooh.com offers over 60 interactive astronomy lessons called Quests. Quests align with Next Generation Science Standards and Common Core, challenging students to collect and analyze data to reach their own conclusions. Quest details, including objectives and standards, can be viewed individually or in the context of learning progressions.

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