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Aug 12

Looking for a creative way to teach the actual scientific method (as used by working scientists)? ๐Ÿ”ฌ This student-centered unit helps students build resilience and growth mindsets while sharpening their skills of inquiry and critical thinking. Plus, this unit features the awesome research and person...Read more

Aug 2

Meet the amazing people behind Galactic Polymath! We are scientists, teachers, artists, science communicators, parents, filmmakers, or some combination thereof. We believe (among other things): 1) Teachers are savvy professionals who are underappreciated for their critical role in society, 2) High...Read more