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Live from NOIRLab

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Smithsonian | Global Generations | The Global Classroom | October
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Smithsonian | Global Generations | The Global Classroom | October

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Explore Smithsonian: How Do Astronomers See the Invisible Parts of the Universe?

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COVID-19! How Can I Protect Myself and Others? NGSS-Aligned Teacher Companion Guide

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James Webb Space Telescope STEM Toolkit

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LASER Focused on English Learners: PD plus an inquiry-based science curriculum improves K-8 teachers' perceived ability to support ELs and reduces the achievement gap in math and reading
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LASER Focused on English Learners - OELA 2020 Poster

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Stories of Women in STEM: Biotechnology

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Earth Observation User Case Study: Power of the Pixel - 1972 to 2021

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Spin Cycle: Training for High G Flying

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Air Force Legacy

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Conceptual Change: How New Ideas Take Root

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Kenny Harris, Senior Project Engineer - STEM Literacy Project

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Space Weather

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NOAA Satellites Youtube

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Hands-on science and non-English speakers

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Life-saving warning': How Space Force detected missile launch

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"Science is fun, active, and hands-on."

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National Air and Space Museum Educator Resources

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How Can I Help an Animal Cross the Road Safely?

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Zero Barriers in STEM Education Summit: Keynote Address & Closing Remarks

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An Introduction to Space Weather and the Space Weather Prediction Center

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¡Biodiversidad! ¿Cómo podemos equilibrar las necesidades de las personas con las necesidades de otros seres vivos?

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Orbital Mechanics

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Operations in the NAS

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Smithsonian literacy materials

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Remote Sensing Classroom

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Space Junk Around Earth

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Build and use a simple spectroscope

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Environmental Justice! How can we create environments that are healthy for everyone?

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Earth Optimism: Change is Positively Possible

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