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Inspiring the next generation of polar scientists: Classroom extensions from teachers with research experiences

Article in Polar Record written by ARCUS staff and PolarTREC alumni educators that shares impacts of participating in a Teacher Research Experience. Abstract: PolarTREC-Teachers and Researchers Exploring and Collaborating (PolarTREC) has provided the opportunity for over 160 K-12 teachers and informal science educators from the USA to work directly with scientists in the Arctic and the Antarctic. As a Teacher

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Summer break means Arctic adventure for St. Johns County Teacher

Local news reporter from St. Augustine Record visits PolarTREC teacher Steve Kirsche and discusses his upcoming trip to Summit Station, Greenland.

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Arctic research brings science alive for youngsters

USC alumna draws on undersea studies to inspire students from the USC Family of Schools.

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A Cool Experience

Feature story on teacher Kelly McCarthy's venture into the Polar Regions with PolarTREC and NASA's Operation IceBridge

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Lourdes teacher chosen for NASA research in Arctic

Feature article on teacher Kelly McCarthy's selection for the PolarTREC program with NASA's Operation IceBridge.

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ASPIRE: Teachers and researchers working together to enhance student learning

Abstract Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) disciplines have become key focus areas in the education community of the United States. Newly adopted across the nation, Next Generation Science Standards require that educators embrace innovative approaches to teaching. Transforming classrooms to actively engage students through a combination of knowledge and practice develops conceptual understanding and application skills. The partnerships between

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