STEM • STEAM • STREAM
Interdisciplinary learning and applications of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Jan 15, 2020
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NASA “Scientist for a Day” Essay Contest
Scientist for a Day challenges students in grades 5–12 to think like NASA scientists. Students examine real spacecraft images of Uranus’s moon Miranda, Neptune’s moon Triton, and Pluto’s moon Charon. First they choose the destination they think would be the best place to return to with another spacecraft in order to learn more about these amazing worlds. Then they support their choice in an essay of no more than 500 words.
Jan 15, 2020
Entry
Contest to Inspire Students to Excel in Mathematics
The Noetic Learning Math Contest is a semiannual problem-solving competition for elementary and middle school students. The goal of the competition is to encourage students’ interest in math, to develop their problem-solving skills, and to inspire students to excel in math.
Jan 15, 2020
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Awards Inspired by Exemplary STEM Teaching
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Jan 03, 2020
Entry
Microsoft Global Technology Competition
For nearly two decades, students from around the world have participated in Microsoft’s global technology competition, the Imagine Cup, to bring their unique tech solutions to life. However, the Imagine Cup is more than just a competition; it’s a chance for students to work with friends, network with professionals, gain new skills, and meet other youth who want to make a difference in the world.
Jan 03, 2020
Entry
Portal into the Natural World of North American Birds
The Audubon Bird Guide is a free and complete field guide to more than 800 species of North American birds that fits right in a user’s pocket. Developed for all experience levels, it will help users identify the birds around them, keep track of the birds they’ve seen, and get outside to find new birds near them.BROWSE TOPICS
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