Informal Educators
CSTL provides high quality, research-based professional development programs that improve content knowledge and pedagogy.
We understand that education extends well beyond the classroom and have programs and materials specifically designed for Out-Of-School time, home-based learning, and citizen science.
We offer workshops, have curricula and online resources, and implement long-term programs that provide the support and tools that you need to bring quality STEM in a fun, engaging, and easy-to-implement format.
Current Opportunities
PLANETS Accordion Closed
PLANETS (Planetary Learning that Advances the Nexus of Engineering, Technology, and Science) is a partnership for the development and dissemination of free NASA out-of-school time curricular and educator resource modules that integrate planetary science, technology, and engineering, particularly with underrepresented audiences.
PLANETS@Home Accordion Closed
Play fun games and challenges from PLANETS@Home to learn more about planetary science and engineering at home.
Robotics and Technology Accordion Closed
Receive professional development and technical assistance that help you to start a new team, bring robotics and programming to your classroom, connect to national NASA robotics and drone challenges, or create a more sustainable robotics program in your community. Learn more
FEWSION for Community Resilience Accordion Closed
FEWSION for Community Resilience is a data driven project that leverages the power of citizen science, big data, and community engagement to map supply chains and identify meaningful community actions that improve the resilience and sustainability of food, energy, and water systems.
Work with us to create new resources or develop a STEM program: Collaborative Grant Development, Past Projects, Consultation Services, Educational Research, and Evaluation and Assessment.