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In this interactive workshop for educators, we will explore biology, oceanography, and geology concepts through the lens of NASA's search for life beyond Earth. Join us to hear about the latest NASA missions and research in these fields. Then, follow along as we explore activities and demonstrations aligned to Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) that are ready for virtual or in-person classrooms.

Also, join us earlier in the week for a primer on this topic from NASA experts in our Teaching Space With NASA live stream.

This free workshop is presented by the NASA-JPL Educator Resource Center, which provides formal and informal educators with NASA resources and materials that support STEM learning. For more information, visit the Educator Resource Center website. For more resources related to this workshop, see the Explore More section below.

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Student Activities

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