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Upcoming Professional Development Opportunities from NASA

by , posted on 12:05 PM, November 9, 2019
Check out these opportunities from NASA including a webinar "Girls STEAM Ahead With NASA".
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Audience: Formal and Informal Educators of Grades K-12
Event Date: Nov. 14 at Noon PST
The National Girls Collaborative Project presents a free webinar to explore free NASA resources along with accompanying exemplary practices. Webinar participants will hear directly from NASA’s Universe of Learning team, and will have the opportunity to ask questions about the best ways to support your program efforts using the “Girls STEAM Ahead” with NASA materials. Visit the website for complete webinar details and registration information.
 
Audience: Formal and Informal Educators of Grades K-Higher Education
Application Deadline: Dec. 1
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Planet Stewards Education Project is accepting applications for its 2020 Stewardships Community. This network supports the development and implementation of hands-on, action-based projects. Participants receive one-on-one guidance on designing, implementing and evaluating an environmental stewardship project, and writing for a federal funding opportunity. Those who successfully complete the program’s requirements are eligible to apply for $2,500 in funding support.
 
Audience: Educators and Students
Use your smartphone to help scientists map the quietest places in the world. The Silent Earth Project lets you measure sound levels at your location and enter your data on a world map to share with others. Discover the quietest outdoor places in your town, rural location or favorite vacation spot. Visit the site for a step-by-step guide on how to participate.