1. with Pearson’s MasteringAstronomy
Note to presenter: This entire Getting Started presentation is designed to be delivered in under 15 minutes.
Thank you for the opportunity to tell you more about the Pearson digital solution that your Educator has selected for this course.
Get Started
with Pearson’s MasteringAstronomy 1

2. Step 1 Go to www.MasteringAstronomy.com
Under the large Register Now section on the right side of the page, click the Student
Getting Started is easy! We’ll walk you through the process right now so that you can follow along with us or learn the steps so you can be familiar with the process after class.
Step 1: Log onto MasteringAstronomy.com. Under the large Register Now section on the right side of the page, click the Student button. 2

3. Step 2
Read through the onscreen instructions and select your location.
Note to Presenter: Instructions on slide. Read through with your students. 3

4. Step 3
Check off whether or not you have a Course ID. If you have a Course ID provided by your instructor, type it in and press Go. If your course does not require an ID, click on the radio button below and click Next. Check with your professor to be sure!
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5. Step 4
Check off whether or not you have an Access Code. If you don’t have one, you can purchase access online. You will need the correct textbook title, author, and edition. Check with your professor to get this information or your course syllabus.
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6. Step 5
Before continuing, make sure you read & accept the License Agreement. After this, either Create a new Pearson username/password, or, if you’ve already registered for another Pearson product, enter that username/password. If you have an Access Code, enter it on the bottom of the page.
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7. Step 6
Fill out the appropriate information fields, then click Next. If you entered an Access Code, you will be brought to a page from which you can access your product. If not, enter your payment information so that you can Purchase Access, after which you’ll be granted access.
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8. Step 7
You’re now registered! Click Log In Now. If prompted, enter your Student ID. That’s it!
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9. -Frequently Asked Questions -System Requirements
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