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In Conversation with 2023 National Teacher of the Year, Rebecka Peterson

Meet the high school math teacher from Tulsa, Oklahoma, who believes in the exponential impact of seemingly small, but consistent, acts of intentionality, gratitude, and listening

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Saving Whales with Computational Thinking

Want to teach your students how to save whales using Computational Thinking? Researchers and educators have teamed up to share powerful case studies for the classroom

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Top Five Can’t-Miss Elements of the 2023 Smithsonian National Education Summit

This three-day, free conference for teachers features over 50 sessions led by an engaging expert line-up of speakers including Smithsonian educators, teacher practitioners, researchers, and education advocates

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Empowering Educators to Address Pressing Issues in Education

Thousands of educators gather this summer to learn from nationally recognized experts and Smithsonian educators exploring sustainability, STEAM, “Reckoning with Our Racial Past,” arts education and more

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Unpacking the Stories Behind Artist Bisa Butler’s Portrayal of the Harlem Hellfighters

Tips for teaching the layered World War I history of the 369th Infantry Regiment on their return from France

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2022 Education Impact Report Released

With more than 4.2 million people served in the last year alone, learn how Smithsonian educators provide invaluable support and resources to learners across the country

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Awards Ceremony Highlights the Range and Influence of Smithsonian Education for Teachers and Students

From an innovative cultural journey across the U.S. to youth-inspired environmental leadership, the Smithsonian Education Award recipients demonstrate a wide range of initiatives that bridge Affiliates, museums, research centers, and the Zoo with learners

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A New Smithsonian Guide for How You Can Make Your Daily Routine More Sustainable

A collaboration with USA TODAY, the publication also spotlights the scientists, historians, artists, and youth tackling environmental challenges

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Creating Dialogue on Bias Through 'The Bias Inside Us' Educator Toolkit

A new toolkit, designed for educators, brings together the psychology, science and history behind the concept of implicit bias. The toolkit provides posters, starter questions, links to activities and articles expanding on the research of bias

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Ten Education Resources to Explore this Women’s History Month

From videos to lesson plans and podcast episodes to coloring books, an educator from the Smithsonian American Women's History Museum shares her top picks for teaching and learning this Women's History Month.

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