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NASA STEM Programs Ignite Curiosity Beyond the Classroom
NASA STEM Programs Ignite Curiosity Beyond the Classroom NASA’s STEM programs aim to ignite curiosity beyond the classroom, shaping the future of innovation and exploration. The agency’s outreach website, NASA Engages, connects NASA experts and resources with communities, educators, and students across the country, fostering collaboration and inspiring the next generation. Aero Fair is a […]
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The BBC deepfaked Agatha Christie to teach a writing course
The BBC deepfaked Agatha Christie to teach a writing course BBC Studios has created a digital class called “Agatha Christie Writing” that teaches aspiring writers how to craft a perfect crime novel using AI-generated content. The class features Agatha Christie’s voice and likeness, recreated using real-life actor Vivien Keene and AI augmentation, with the goal […]
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xBFQuxE9 es una caminata espacial? (Grados 5.oxA0a 8.o)
xBFQuxE9 es una caminata espacial? (Grados 5.oxA0a 8.o) A spacewalk, also known as an EVA (extravehicular activity), is when an astronaut leaves their spacecraft to perform tasks outside in space. To prepare for a spacewalk, astronauts train by practicing movements that are similar to those they will do in space, such as using tools and […]
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How do children learn to read? This literacy expert says ‘there are as many ways as there are students’
How do children learn to read? This literacy expert says ‘there are as many ways as there are students’ Despite efforts to improve reading skills, two-thirds of US fourth-graders still struggle with basic literacy, highlighting the need for a balanced approach that meets individual students’ needs. A balanced literacy framework combines phonics instruction with teacher-led […]
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Brisk AI Teaching Assistant Chrome Extension Reached 2,000 K-12 Schools
Brisk AI Teaching Assistant Chrome Extension Reached 2,000 K-12 Schools Brisk AI Teaching Assistant Chrome Extension has reached 2,000 K-12 schools across 100 countries since its launch in February 2025. The extension offers 40 tools that utilize generative AI, computer vision, and other features to support teachers in creating lesson plans, grading work, and providing […]
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Temporary anxiety can hamper learning
Temporary anxiety can hamper learning A recent study published in Nature Science of Learning found that temporary anxiety can significantly impact learning and spatial memory. The researchers used a virtual reality game to test participants’ ability to distinguish between safe and dangerous areas, and found that those who learned to do so showed better spatial […]
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SchoolAI Raised Another $25 Million in Funding for Its ‘Classroom Experience’ Platform
SchoolAI Raised Another $25 Million in Funding for Its ‘Classroom Experience’ Platform SchoolAI has raised $25 million in Series A funding led by Insight Partners, bringing its total funding to $32 million. The platform combines AI assistants for teachers and personalized AI tutors, games, and lessons that adapt to each student’s unique learning style and […]
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What Is Aerodynamics? (Grades K-4)
What Is Aerodynamics? (Grades K-4) Aerodynamics is the study of how air moves around objects, affecting their movement through the air. The four forces of flight are lift, weight, thrust, and drag, which work together to make an object move up, down, faster, or slower. Lift is the upward force that allows an object to […]
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What Is Aerodynamics? (Grades 5-8)
What Is Aerodynamics? (Grades 5-8) Aerodynamics is the study of how objects move through air, affecting everything from airplanes to rockets to kites. The four forces of flight are lift, weight, thrust, and drag, which work together to determine an object’s movement up and down, faster or slower. Lift is the upward force that allows […]
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Exploring the Universe Through Sight, Touch, and Sound
Exploring the Universe Through Sight, Touch, and Sound Scientists can now explore the universe through multiple senses: sight, touch, and sound, thanks to advances in technology and software. The “Mini Stars 3D Kits” created by NASA’s Universe of Learning allow users to visualize and physically interact with 3D models of celestial objects, such as stars […]
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