The space shuttle program may be discontinued, but that isn’t stopping NASA from plowing ahead with other space exploration initiatives. Case in point is the launch of the space agency’s Nuclear Spectroscopic Telescope Array (NuStar) high-energy X-ray telescope spacecraft.
The spacecraft’s mission is to get as close as possible to black holes and study them. Specifically, the NuStar will map radioactive material in supernovae remnants in an attempt to study the origins of cosmic rays and extreme physics surrounding collapsed stars.
The entire science community is eager to see the first high-resolution images that NuStar will take of the black holes, in addition to conducting a census.
The early childhood profession is constantly evolving. Today it is easier than ever to build a brand, show who you are as a professional, and put yourself out there as an innovative educator while learning yourself. I am always trying to stay abreast of current trends in education, learning new ideas, collaborating, sharing, and staying on top of new technology. We carry around a computer and television compacted down to the size of a small sandwich that will fit into our pockets. We are...
Professionalism as an early childhood educator is a vital component of being successful. There are many elements that encompass what a professional is, and in this article, we are going to address one piece of the puzzle. Having a professional presence as you grow and develop as an early childhood educator is an important aspect that some may look over. Having a professional presence can mean many things and is a powerful way to show your knowledge, skill,...
Infants and toddlers are unique in their own way as they begin developing, growing, and learning—and it is no different for language development. Infants begin learning in the womb and can differentiate the family’s voices almost immediately. In the second half of the first year, they are able to differentiate foreign languages and sounds from the language they will be using (Klass, 2017). Language development is...
Center time has just started in Miss Shipley’s Kindergarten classroom. In the housekeeping center the children are busy getting ready to open the “Class Store”. One boy is behind the register with play money and a...
Hello to the 2023-2024 school year! It is here!
Let’s make this your best school year yet! As this year begins, think of new ways to involve your families in the classroom and new ways to communicate and reach all people. Whether parents are separated, grandparents, or other family members are raising children; everyone needs to be involved in a child’s school success. Maybe...
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