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Inquiry science is the foundation

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How Does Motion Energy Change in a Collision?

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DCPS Resources and Strategic Plan to Address More Accessible and Inclusive Learning

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Explore Smithsonian: James Smithson - The Founder of the Smithsonian

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Orbital Mechanics

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STC Secondary: Exploring the Nature of Light

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STC Program: Electrical Energy and Circuit Design Unit Kit

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Magnetism - Defending Our Planet, Defining The Cosmos

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Panel: Transforming STEM Education and Industry through an Accessibility Lens

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Floating and Sinking– Weighing Floaters and Sinkers

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An Introduction to Space Weather and the Space Weather Prediction Center

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Photosynthesis: Blinded by the Light

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Intelligence Community Career Opportunities; Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math(STEM) Majors

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Distance Learning and Digital Resources from the Smithsonian

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Providing STEM Education to Underserved and Vulnerable Populations PowerPoint

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World's Deadliest Animal Podcasting Module

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Terita Norton, Electrical Engineer and Systems Director - STEM Literacy Project

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Biotechnology! How can we ethically create a sustainable future using biotechnology?

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Be An Explorer!

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Teaching ELL Students– Teaching Academic Vocabulary

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Artemis I STEM Learning Pathway

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

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STC Secondary: Investigating Circuit Design

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Aerospace Corporation Careers

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STC Assessment Guide: Sound

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STC Program: Sound Unit Kit, 3rd Edition

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Licenses & Permits: Commercial Space

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STC Program: Food Chemistry Unit Kit, 2nd Edition

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Teaching ELL Students– Small Group Work

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Chill Out: Tiny Refrigerator Saves Hubble Camera

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