Resources Page

1. Programming:
1.1. NASA's Introduction to Programming: A series of lessons teaching the fundamentals of programming and computational thinking.
1.2. Code.org: A non-profit organization providing free resources and curriculum to help students learn to code.
1.3. Khan Academy - Computer Programming: A collection of tutorials and exercises for learning programming languages like JavaScript, Python, and SQL.2. Virtual Reality (VR):

2.1. NASA's Virtual Reality Gallery: Offering an immersive experience, this gallery features VR content created from NASA data and imagery.

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2.2. Google Cardboard: A low-cost VR solution that works with smartphones.
2.3. Oculus Education: Providing VR resources and experiences designed for learning and education.

3. Gaming:3.1. NASA Game Design Challenges: Participate in challenges to design games based on real-world NASA missions.
3.2. Unity Learn - Game Development: Offering tutorials and projects to help students create games using the Unity game engine.
3.3. Game Development Resources - Khan Academy: A collection of resources for learning game development, including design and programming.4. Agile Methodologies:

4.1. Agile for Beginners - Scrum Alliance: A comprehensive guide explaining agile methodologies, especially Scrum.
4.2. Introduction to Agile - PMI: A course providing an overview of agile principles and how they can be applied in projects.
4.3. Agile Methodology Guide - Atlassian: Resources and explanations for understanding agile frameworks and techniques.

5. Python Programming:
5.1. Python Resources - NASA: A collection of NASA-related Python resources, including tutorials and project ideas.
5.2. The Python Encyclopedia - Learn Python: A comprehensive guide for learning Python, suitable for beginners.
5.3. Project Ideas - Python for Beginners: A list of small projects to help students apply their Python skills.

6. General AI and Machine Learning:
6.1. AI For Beginners - Google AI Blog: A series of articles explaining artificial intelligence for newcomers.
6.2. Machine Learning Crash Course - Google Developers: A free online course for understanding machine learning concepts and applications.
6.3. Introduction to AI - Coursera: A range of courses covering various AI topics, suitable for beginners. These additional resources provide a deeper dive into the world of programming, VR, gaming, and agile methodologies, offering a variety of ways for students to learn and explore these fascinating subjects. As always, if you have specific interests or resource requests, feel free to reach out for further assistance!
 

Teacher & Student Tools

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1. NASA Educator Professional Development (EPD) Opportunities: Monthly webinars, on-demand events, and workshops providing professional learning opportunities aligned to Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and NASA’s missions 

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2. NASA CONNECTS Community of Practice: A platform to learn about additional NASA STEM opportunities and resources while collaborating with other K-12 educators 

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3. NASA EXPRESS Newsletter: Subscribe to receive the latest NASA STEM opportunities for teachers, parents, caregivers, and students every Thursday 

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4. Civil Air Patrol Aerospace Education Programs: Free aerospace-related STEM products and programs for K-12 formal and informal educators 

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5. National Geographic's Geography Awareness Week: Offers educational ideas for preK-12+ to promote geography education 

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6. Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum: Provides educator resources, including activities on how things fly and creating paper airplanes 

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7. Space Station Explorers: Offers learn-at-home activities and experiences related to space exploration 

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8. Texas Girls Collaborative Project: Provides online resources for virtual STEM teaching and programming for educators, along with links to resources for families and home activities 

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