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From the Smithsonian Museums

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Going Deep Into Our Understanding of Our Ocean Planet Through Museum Learning

A visit to the National Museum of Natural History’s Sant Ocean Hall, whether in person or online, offers connections for learners of all ages with experts, new ideas and ways to take action in preserving the environment

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Finding Our Place in Space Through the Lenses of Art, Culture, History and Science

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2023 Education Impact Report Released

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Educators from Across the Country Convene on the Chesapeake Bay with a Network of Fellow 'Earth Optimists'

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Sharing the Inspirational Stories of Innovative Women on Your School Bookshelf

A young adult in a red polo points to a worksheet on a table. Three students are sitting at the table which has a table top rocket launcher, straw rocket, and table sign with instructions on top of it.

A Simulation into Space Supports Students' Skills in STEAM

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Saving Whales with Computational Thinking

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

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Transforming K-12 STEM Education by Diversifying the STEM Teacher Workforce

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When the Chesapeake Bay Serves as Your Research Laboratory and Inspiration for the Classroom

Globe with a quote "Are we educating our students to understand the complex global challenges of our time?"

Teaching About Real-World, Transdisciplinary Problems and Phenomena through Convergence Education

A group of educators sit around a rectangular table with various design materials, phones and laptops.

The Case for Training Teachers in Object-Based Learning

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Transforming the Stories of Smithsonian Women Scientists Into Interactive Classroom Experiences

Students cluster in groups and individually around a sandy area, adding and refining the community map they are building out of sand, leaves, and sticks.

Education to Create a Sustainable Future

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Museum Mentors Enable a Future-Ready Generation of Young Environmental Leaders

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Sharing Hopeful Visions for a Sustainable Future With Learners of All Ages

Smithsonian EdX Course for Teachers

Ten Ready-to-Use Resources for Your Teaching Toolkit

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Why a Group of Zoo and Aquarium Professionals Wants to Ensure the Future of Their Field Is More Inclusive

Moments that highlight the joy and excitement of scientific inquiry—such as this student using a Van de Graaff generator—can spark interest in a STEM-related career. Here are some career-focused resources that can supplement that interest. (National Air and Space Museum)

Sparking Excitement About STEM Through Exposure to Career Pathways

A sampling of the creative projects inspired by artworks and artmaking techniques found within the Hirshhorn’s collections, available from the “Hirshhorn Kids at Home” series. (Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden)

Fun (and Free) Ideas to Keep Kids Learning This Summer

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