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AAAS app list Apps are the latest way to connect users to information via tablet computers and smartphones. These programs offer users the opportunity to hold science in their hands and put quality resources in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics literally at their fingertips. Science NetLinks is in the early stages of gathering and reviewing STEM-related apps for both the iPad and the Android. Filter Resources by Grade: Tools 3-12 | Interactive GoSkyWatch Planetarium allows you to identify and locate stars, planets, constellations, and more by touching the screen or by pointing to the sky. 3-12 | Interactive This app lets you record observations from nature and share them with the iNaturalist online community. 3-8 | Interactive Bobo Explores Light is an iPad book that introduces school-age children to fundamental science concepts. 6-12 | Interactive Virtual Frog Dissection allows students to simulate the experience of a classic animal dissection via an app. AAAS Resources

National Council for Research on Women How to Improve Your Wi-Fi Signal Using a Soda Can in 6 Steps When your life is nothing but trolling and viral videos, having a bad wi-fi connection can be incredibly irritating. Poor loading times, lost connections, and more can put a strain on your time browsing the internet. However, there are some ways to improve your Wi-Fi connection. However, even in the most bleak situation, there are heroes, and in this case it’s soda cans. If you’ve ever had a TV with an antenna or a radio, you’ve probably heard of the trick of using tin foil to improve the signal. 1 – Clean Out the Can Practically any substance that is found in cans like soda, beer, juice and more can create a sticky residue on the inside of the can. 2 – Pull off the Tab The tab for the soda can really has no use for this project, so it’s best to remove it. 3 – Cut off the Bottom of the Can Grab a utility knife and carefully cut a straight, horizontal line around bottom of the can at the point where the sides of the can start sloping to create the bottom. 4 – Creating the Base Related

AWIS Fostering-History-in-Science-Education.pdf STEM Education Coalition SCWIST Edge.org Careers - MathSP | MathSP Opportunities to Contribute Become a MathSP Academic or Test Prep Coach Academic and Test Prep Coaches are undergraduate and graduate students, teachers, engineers, scientists, consultants, and other professionals who combine their remarkable talent in Math and/or Science subjects with a passion for teaching to help others achieve. They have an innate ability to communicate their knowledge of concepts and testing strategies so that students deepen their understanding of material and develop the skills necessary for success in the classroom as well as on standardized exams. Learn More or Apply Become a MathSP Relationship Manager Relationship Managers connect school administrators, teachers, counselors, parent organizations, and organizations with MathSP opportunities in Math and Science academic coaching, test preparation for high school, college, and graduate admission exams, college readiness seminars and workshops, and STEM advocacy.

Nutrition and athletic performance: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia The ideal diet for an athlete is not very different from the diet recommended for any healthy person. However, the amount of each food group you need will depend on: The type of sportThe amount of training you doThe amount of time you spend doing the activity or exercise To help you perform better, avoid exercising on an empty stomach. Everyone is different, so you will need to learn: How long before exercising is best for you to eatHow much food is the right amount for you Carbohydrates are needed to provide energy during exercise. Complex carbohydrates are found in foods such as pasta, bagels, whole grain breads, and rice. You need to eat carbohydrates before you exercise if you will be exercising for more than 1 hour. You also need carbohydrates during exercise. Five to 10 ounces of a sports drink every 15 to 20 minutesTwo to three handfuls of pretzelsOne-half to two-thirds cup of low-fat granola Within 30 minutes, eat a granola bar, small bagel with jelly, or sweetened cereal.

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