The James Webb Space Telescope helps us to better understand the origin of the universe, but here are two problems; (1) how to get it there with existing rocket technology, and (2) how to design a shield to protect the telescope?
Counselors: Lead STEM Students to Competitions
September 30th, 2010 by Noah Clark
Engineering Problem Solving Challenge
September 22nd, 2010 by Noah Clark
The National Academy of Engineering (NAE) Grand Challenge Summit is “bringing together hundreds of leading scientists and engineers, educators, policy leaders, innovators and forward-thinking corporate executives to address society’s most pressing problems.”
Khan U Provides Free Math Tutorials
September 20th, 2010 by Noah Clark
Providing world-class education to anyone, this nonprofit uses a library of user-paced exercises to teach any math topic and more. From addition to calculus, practice math skills, and get immediate feedback.
Login with a Google account ID or a Facebook account ID at the login page to start learning now.
Change the STEM Equation
September 17th, 2010 by Noah Clark
Change the Equation aligns corporate efforts in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education to promote measured growth in STEM achievement and fluency. With a particular focus on girls and students of color, long underrepresented in STEM fields, this effort works towards: improving STEM teaching at all grade levels, inspiring student appreciation and excitement for STEM programs and careers, and a sustained commitment to improving STEM education.
One Stop Shopping Initiative for NASA Internship, Fellowship, and Scholarship Opportunities
September 15th, 2010 by Noah Clark
New website connects students to NASA Internships, Fellowships, Research Opportunities and provides on-line application for recruiting interns, fellows, and scholars. One NASA System, one submitted application and one amazing opportunity. See flyer.
STEM Classes for K-12 Teachers
September 8th, 2010 by Noah Clark
Trying to get students eager to learn about STEM? NASA’s Electronic Professional Development Network (ePDN) classes, available for K-12 teachers, focus on helping teachers learn how to excite students in STEM.
