Discovery Education Sends Teachers and Students Nationwide Back to School With a Host of Free New Resources
CHARLOTTE, NC / ACCESSWIRE / August 5, 2024 / Global edtech leader Discovery Education and a selection of partners are sending students across the country back to school with a host of new, free dynamic digital resources that nurture student …
CHARLOTTE, NC / ACCESSWIRE / August 5, 2024 / Global edtech leader Discovery Education and a selection of partners are sending students across the country back to school with a host of new, free dynamic digital resources that nurture student curiosity and support student achievement.
These powerful new resources are designed to help educators keep students engaged in learning as they begin the new school year by connecting classroom learning to the real-world. The new content includes:
Virtual Field Trips
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The Innovators for Impact Virtual Field Trip from STEM Forward, a program with Panasonic and Olympian & Presidential Medal of Freedom award winner Katie Ledecky, is designed to help educators inspire students in grades 6-12 around innovation in STEM. Travel virtually to Japan with Katie Ledecky to meet and interact with Panasonic STEM specialists who are exploring innovative ways of living and working today, and in the future. A 4-time Olympian, 9-time Olympic Gold Medalist (14-time Olympic Medalist), and 21-time World Champion, Katie is a proud STEM advocate.
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The An Ounce of Prevention Virtual Field Trip empowers students in grades 3-12 to make healthy decisions and become advocates for prevention in their communities. Students will be introduced to a variety of individuals already working on the ground, making a real difference. This content is made available by Operation Prevention, a program created in partnership with the Drug Enforcement Administration.
Classroom Resources
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The new bald eagle classroom activity from the LG Endangered Species Series provides students with a deeper understanding of the unique qualities of endangered animals and the role they play in maintaining a healthy ecosystem while fostering an appreciation of what makes each species special. The new activity about bald eagles analyzes the fascinating world of animal adaptation. With these resources, students in grades 3-5 are empowered to collaborate with their peers to create a project of their choice.
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From Amazon Future Engineer comes Career Tours - ready-to-use classroom activities for students in grades 6-12 exploring the cutting-edge careers of the future and the intriguing people and technology behind Amazon's innovations. Resources include a space innovation tour, an exploration of a robotics fulfillment center, a tour of a data center, and more.