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Celebrating Citizen Science Month 2022: Science Research for Everyone!

It's time to get geared up for Global Citizen Scientist Month 2022! What Is Citizen Science? Citizen Science is scientific...
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Why Students Want Deeper Learning in STEM and How Teachers Can Help Them Achieve It

"Students emphasized, in both surveys and interviews, a loss of deep learning in STEM. In some cases, students noted that...
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Join Us at NSTA 22 in Houston and Experience the Latest Innovations in Science Learning

While every National Science Teacher Association (NSTA) conference we've attended has been a rewarding experience for our team, NSTA 22...
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STEM Career Narratives: Celebrating Women in STEM

In honor of Women's History Month in March, we invite you to join us in celebrating the accomplishments of Women...
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Inspirational STEM Career Narratives: African-American Scientists and Mathematicians

In honor of Black History Month in February, we invite you to join us to celebrate the accomplishments of African-Americans...
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Podcast: Excitement & Curiosity in Science Education in OpenSciEd

This episode of the 180 Days Education podcast features an interview with Jim Ryan, Executive Director of OpenSciEd, a K-12...
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What is Three-Dimensional Learning?

Three-Dimensional Learning shifts the focus of the science classroom to environments where students use disciplinary core ideas, crosscutting concepts with...
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Viruses and Vaccines: Free Science Education Resources

Free Science Education Resources: The Science of Viruses and Vaccines Free Science Education Resources for Understanding Viruses and Vaccines We...
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UChicago STEM Education Partners with Activate Learning on New K-5 Science Curriculum

UChicago STEM Education Partners with Activate Learning on New K-5 Science Curriculum UChicago STEM Education Partners with Activate Learning on...
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