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

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Explore Smithsonian: How do Scientists use Electricity to Study Fish Populations?

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Global Generations | The Global Classroom | November
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Smithsonian | Global Generations | The Global Classroom | November

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Collège les Colliberts Group 2 Capstone Video

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Teaching ELL Students– Teaching Academic Vocabulary

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Earth Optimism Student Video Competition: Conserving Coral Reefs

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Bulldozing Technique for Science Class

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LASER i3 PLC Leaders Share Best Practices and Lessons Learned

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Explore Smithsonian: What can we Learn from Lion Poop?

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Students can’t wait for science!

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Diverse Stories of Resilience: The Power of Community

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Natural Selection: Common Misconceptions

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LASER i3 in North Carolina

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Explore Smithsonian: How Are Optical Instruments Tested Before Space Flight?

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Collège les Colliberts Group 1 Capstone Video

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

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Earth Optimism Student Video Competition: The Gray Whales of San Ignacio Lagoon

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Cité scolaire D'Arsonval Group 1 Capstone Video

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Scaffolding Science Vocabulary Development within Inquiry-Based Instruction

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LASER i3 PLCs and Online Resources

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Global Inspiration | Dr. Carol O'Donnell | Smithsonian | January

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We're the Smithsonian Science Education Center!

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Experimenting with Forces of Motion– The Mousetrap Car

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