National Science Foundation’s “Green Revolution” video series features scientists and engineers who are working to develop and improve the use of clean energy sources, new fuels and other energy-related technologies. Each 5-minute segment explores the research carried out by these men and women, as well as some of the basic science behind their work.Supplemental materials for educators is also included.

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The International Materials Institute for New Functionality in Glass provides a list of glass related information and video clips that have been prepared and collected for educators, students, and general science enthusiasts. Some of the material was prepared by the Institute, some was provided by other researchers, and some are links to other resources around the web.

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Making Glass Online provides visitors with the latest glass making techniques and videos. It features glass making kits, history, step-by-step videos, and information on/guides to glass blowing, marble making, the tools and gear needed, and stain glass making.

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The annual Art of Science exhibition and contest at Princeton University displays images by the school’s undergraduates, faculty, research staff, graduate students, and alumni that explore the interplay between science and art. Each image, produced during the course of scientific and engineering research, is selected for its aesthetic excellence, as well as scientific or technical interest.

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Based on the actual software currently used for training at its Launch Control Center, NASA’s downloadable Kennedy Launch Academy Simulation System Software (KLASS) enables a launch countdown simulation with a networked system of computers. The supporting KLASS Curriculum is a series of STEM lesson plans for students grades 6-10 with interactive resources that build to a simulated shuttle launch.

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The Website of the Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research, or NOAA Research, has helpful information for teachers on oceans, Great Lakes, and coasts, climate, and weather and air quality, including a page of education resources, and an 18-minute video, “Dynamic Science,” that explains the work of the National Office. Bring students to the site to read about ocean mapping, the tsunamic research program, and NOAA’s work with hydroculture and fisheries.

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This online workshop was developed by NASA and PBS’s DESIGN SQUAD for educators and afterschool leaders who want to build skills and confidence in guiding students through engineering activities. Participants gain strategies for strengthening kids’ critical-thinking abilities and getting them excited about using the design process–the series of steps engineers use to arrive at solutions.

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The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution website offers an excellent range of materials, from blogs and online engagement with ongoing research projects to visual images; audio, video, and simulation programs; flash interactives; webcams; and puzzles — all focused upon oceanographic research. Separate “Teaching and Learning” pages for students and teachers offer more online material, as well as notice of upcoming programs and workshops.

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Southeast Coastal Ocean Observing Research Association (SECOORA) provides several resources for educators and students, including videos of interviews with scientists, posters, activities, glossaries, virtual models, surveys, links to outside web resources, a hurricane tracking chart, a matching game, PowerPoint presentations, class materials, real time data, a teacher workshop, a research cruise, lesson plans, and more.

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