1. This term you are required to purchase AstroPortal To accompany Comins, Discovering the Universe: Stars to Planets, 1e WELCOME TO [ASTRONOMY] www.yourAstroPortal.com

2. AstroPortal includes: A complete electronic version of the textbook with, -highlighting, note- taking, and printing tools Personalized study plans Course assignments www.yourAstroPortal.com Interactive tutorials and more…!

3. To purchase AstroPortal : 1.Purchase access online at www.yourAstroPortal.com www.yourAstroPortal.com OR 2. Purchase access through your local bookstore: –Packaged with Comins, Discovering the Universe: Stars to Planets, 1e at a significant discount –Separately (as a printed access card)

4. 1.Go to yourAstroPortal.com 2. Click the “Students Register Your Code” button www.yourAstroPortal.com Accessing AstroPortal If you purchased access through your bookstore (either as an access card or packaged with your textbook): Alert! Do not throw away your activation card until you’ve registered!

5. Accessing AstroPortal 3. Click on the “Register your Code” link for Comins, Discovering the Universe: Stars to Planets, 1e AstroPortal www.yourAstroPortal.com

6. 4. Fill in the requested information (note: be sure to write down your password!) 5. Click “Next” at the bottom of the page; confirm the information on the following screen, and click “Create Account” to complete the registration process. 6. Once you have registered, you can always access your course by logging in at yourAstroPortal.com. www.yourAstroPortal.com Accessing AstroPortal

7. 1. Click “Students Purchase Access Today” from the homepage When purchasing AstroPortal online: Go to: www.yourAstroPortal.comwww.yourAstroPortal.com

8. Accessing AstroPortal 2. Click on the “Purchase” link for Comins, Discovering the Universe: Stars to Planets, 1e AstroPortal www.yourAstroPortal.com

9. 3. Select your instructor’s AstroPortal course from the drop-down menu Purchasing AstroPortal online continued… 4. Fill in the requested information (note: be sure to write down your password!) 5. Click “Next” at the bottom of the page; confirm the information on the following screen, and click “Create Account” to complete the registration process. 6. Once you have registered, you can always access your course by logging in at yourAstroPortal.com.

10. 1. Go to www.yourAstroPortal.com www.yourAstroPortal.com 2. In the top menu bar, select Students > Get Started 3. Then select the “Go to Site” link next to Comins, Discovering the Universe: Stars to Planets, 1e. Want to try before you buy? www.yourAstroPortal.com

11. 4. Click on Preview: >>ASTROPORTAL as a student 5. Select CONTINUE Want to try before you buy?

12. Whether you need technical help working with AstroPortal features, content, registration, or simply forgot your username or password, contact technical support: (800) 936-6899 techsupport@bfwpub.com Need more help? Also consult the Quick Start Guide from the HELP button on the AstroPortal course homepage