STEM Education Resources Hub by Maria Reimers

Desmos Graphing Calculator

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Used in math-integrated tasks to such as graphing population trends, calculate decline rates, and visualize deforestation data.

NGSS Hub by National Science Teaching Association

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Access NGSS-aligned resources, including lesson plans, assessment examples, and teaching strategies. Great for planning three-dimensional learning experiences.

Better Lesson NGSS Resources

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Find master teacher-created lessons aligned to NGSS standards. Includes detailed instruction plans, materials lists, and assessment strategies.

CienciaPR

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A comprehensive resource for Spanish-language science content, focusing on connecting Hispanic scientists and educators. Includes articles, lesson plans, and educational resources in Spanish.

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Students use Tinkercad to create digital 3D models of conservation inventions, such as seed-dispersing machines or animal habitat protectors. They apply mathematical concepts like scale, symmetry, area, and volume as they prototype their ideas digitally before creating physical models. This tool bridges engineering, design thinking, and real-world problem solving.

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This lesson plan provides the foundation for the class Engineering Design Challenge. Students are tasked with building and improving a seed-dispersing machine to counteract deforestation. It includes the design process, materials, testing procedure, and reflection prompts. This resource connects science content with authentic engineering practices.

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This lesson encourages critical thinking and estimation strategies. In this unit, students apply similar logic to predict population recovery with conservation interventions or graph class survey data (like project topic preferences) using sticky notes to make quick bar graphs, leading into data literacy conversations.

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National Geographic Español provides a variety of articles, visuals, and interactive materials focused on endangered animals and ecosystems in Spanish-speaking countries. Students select and annotate articles from this source to research their animals, practicing language acquisition and science interpretation simultaneously.

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This site offers fact sheets and articles in Spanish about habitat destruction, species extinction, and conservation efforts. Students cite it in their research infographics and use it to gather examples of real conservation strategies applied in the Spanish-speaking world.

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Mongabay Español is used for deeper dives into environmental challenges. Students can

read and annotate investigative reports about illegal wildlife trade, poaching, pollution, or species reintroduction.

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Science Gallery Atlanta offers a unique blend of science, art, and sustainability. Students visited the 'Resilient Earth' exhibit which highlighted how humans interact with natural systems through creative installations. This inspired students to think outside the box for their own conservation inventions.

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The Fortson 4-H Center, affiliated with UGA Extension, offers hands-on environmental education. Students engage with virtual field trip content and expert advice about forest ecosystems, food webs, and environmental restoration practices, building background knowledge for their invention work.

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The Georgia Aquarium’s conservation team supports marine science outreach and offers opportunities to connect virtually or in-person with experts. This partner can help inform students about marine-focused invention designs for species threatened by ocean plastic or tourism.

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This PBS NewsHour segment showcases how conservationists use 3D-printed turtle eggs with GPS trackers to catch poachers, highlighting innovative technology in wildlife protection.

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This video explores how a Hong Kong startup uses 3D-printed terracotta tiles to restore coral reefs, demonstrating a blend of technology and marine conservation.

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In this TED Talk, young inventor Richard Turere shares how he created "lion lights" to protect his family's livestock, offering an inspiring example of human-wildlife coexistence.

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Topher White discusses how recycled cell phones are transformed into devices that detect illegal logging, emphasizing accessible technology in rainforest conservation

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This video highlights how drones are employed to plant trees efficiently, showcasing a high-tech approach to reforestation efforts.

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Mark Rober introduces a robotic solution to ocean pollution, illustrating how engineering can address environmental challenges.

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Students use Data Nuggets to analyze published ecological data in digestible, student-friendly formats. These case studies support critical thinking, cause-effect analysis, and interpretation of biodiversity data, often aligned with NGSS standards and ecological models.

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Brief #42 focuses on how to anchor lessons in observable phenomena. It helped frame the unit around the central question: 'How can we use technology and engineering to protect endangered species?' and scaffold how students trace causes, effects, and propose solutions through modeling and presentation.

mreimers4 — 2025-05-11 14:37:24 UTC

Used to help students and teachers design high-quality tasks aligned to science standards and real-world applications. Brief #28 in particular was used to create the tiered rubric and structure of the engineering and research checkpoints in this unit.

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A global set of 17 goals guiding sustainability and social justice. Students referenced Goals 13 (Climate Action), 14 (Life Below Water), and 15 (Life on Land) to frame their conservation projects and connect their inventions to real-world impact.

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Apply strategies for fostering creativity and risk-taking to STEAM projects in Spanish. For example, students could experiment with coding or engineering while documenting their process in Spanish.

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Staff at Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center help students learn about Georgia-native species and ecological balance. Their resources supported research comparisons between global conservation efforts and local biodiversity. Students may connect with their staff for questions or expertise during the PBL.

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Explains how to anchor science lessons in observable phenomena based on GSE and NGSS. Helped guide how I introduced real-world problems

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A huge collection of short talks by inventors, scientists, and activists around the world. I used videos like “My Invention That Made Peace with Lions” and “What Can Save the Rainforest? Your Used Cell Phone” to inspire student ideas and show how young people solve global challenges with simple, powerful innovations.

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Explore global museums, art, science, and culture online. Students used this to take virtual tours and explore exhibits related to biodiversity, sustainable design, and indigenous perspectives—helping them connect conservation to culture and creativity.

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Interactive map journeys exploring wildlife, ecosystems, and human impact on the planet. Students can use this to explore habitats of endangered species and visualize real conservation areas around Latin America, supporting research and infographic design.