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Smithsonian Institution | Dr. Carol O'Donnell | Director, Smithsonian Science Education Center
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Global Inspiration | Dr. Carol O'Donnell | Smithsonian | January

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Rainy Day Fabrics

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Our Lady of Lourdes Capstone Video

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Yuck! That Tastes Terrible Cover Image
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Yuck! That Tastes Terrible: Discovering a Unique Genetic Trait

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Stories of Women in STEM: Biotechnology

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Sustainability
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STC Program: Organisms Unit Kit, 3rd Edition

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World's Deadliest Animal Podcasting Module
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World's Deadliest Animal Podcasting Module

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Life Science
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Impact of Professional Development for Science Teachers

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STC Program: Measuring Time Unit Kit

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Curriculum

STCMS™: Space Systems Exploration

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Life Cycle of Butterflies– Lesson 14: Discovering that Butterflies are Insects

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Life Science
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Photosynthesis: Blinded by the Light

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"Inquiry-based learning is incredible!"

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Teen Astronomy Cafe

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STC Program: Solids and Liquids Unit Kit, 2nd Edition

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Kindergarten
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Plug-N-Play Satellites

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IDEAS in STEM: Building Relationships

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NOAA Satellites Youtube

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Building Networks and Enhancing Diversity in the K-12 STEM Teaching Workforce

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COSIP.TV: ¡COVID-19! ¿Cómo puedo protegerme a mí mismo y a los demás?

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How Does Motion Energy Change in a Collision?

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

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Storm Smart

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Kindergarten
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USDA Forest Service Module

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How Can Animals Use Their Senses To Communicate?

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360 Photos

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

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Ecosystems– Lesson 7: Joining Terrarium and Aquarium

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Department of Labor My Next Move - Explore Occupations

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Weather Widget

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