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• Science Standards Win OK in First State With Rhode Island Vote

  Education Week
  
  Rhode Island has become the first state to adopt the Next Generation Science Standards, when its state board of education voted unanimously to approve them. It is one of the 26 "lead state partners" that helped to develop the standards in collaboration...  [view full summary]
  Rhode Island has become the first state to adopt the Next Generation Science Standards, when its state board of education voted unanimously to approve them. It is one of the 26 "lead state partners" that helped to develop the standards in collaboration with several national organizations. At least two other states, Kentucky and Maine, have signaled that they would likely vote on adoption this spring, and many more may well follow suit later this year, including California and Kansas.
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• How These Amazing, Kid-Friendly Languages Are Hooking Tomorrow's Programmers

  THE Journal
  
  Even though computers are pervasive in everyday life, many educators question the value of children becoming articulate in the language of technology—programming. But as STEM and Common Core concepts—with their emphasis on math, science, and...  [view full summary]
  Even though computers are pervasive in everyday life, many educators question the value of children becoming articulate in the language of technology—programming. But as STEM and Common Core concepts—with their emphasis on math, science, and critical thinking skills—begin to shift curricula across the K-12 spectrum, coding is sparking renewed interest.
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• STEM Schools Put High Priority on Digital Skills

  Education Week
  
  Programs build partnerships to provide the kinds of high-tech skills students need for college and careers.
  Programs build partnerships to provide the kinds of high-tech skills students need for college and careers.
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• The U.S. Army and the National Science Teachers Association Announce Regional Winners in the 2012-2013 eCYBERMISSION Competition

  Yahoo!
  
  Students in Grades 6-9 Tackle Real-World Challenges in Their Local Communities for a Chance to Advance to National Judging Event and Earn Up To $8,000 in U.S. Saving Bonds
  Students in Grades 6-9 Tackle Real-World Challenges in Their Local Communities for a Chance to Advance to National Judging Event and Earn Up To $8,000 in U.S. Saving Bonds
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Water in the ISS:

This is one of the coolest videos I've seen come down from the International Space Station. Two Canadian students submitted the question asking what happens if you wring out a washcloth on the space station. This video shows the results. YouTube link

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The NSTA Learning Center

Every teacher wants to grow their understanding of the subjects they teach and the pedagogical implications. To address this challenge, NSTA is proud to make available our professional development website, called The NSTA Learning Center.

Learning Center Resources and Opportunities: