NLSI: High School Lunar Research Projects
Overview
Program Element / Activity Title:
NLSI: High School Lunar Research Projects
E/PO Project Name:
NASA Lunar Science Institute (NLSI)
Contact Information Shown to the Public:
Mail Stop 17-1, Moffett Field, CA 94035
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High School Lunar Research Projects pairs NASA scientists with students in a mentoring relationship. High-school students undertake authentic data-rich lunar projects, related to NLSI science, to learn about the process of science and science careers. LPI and JSC NLSI members work with science teachers and high school counselors to mentor student teams. Funds support the development of projects, E/PO specialist support of high school teams and teachers, and travel for high school team to the NLSI Annual Forum to present their results.
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Evaluation
National Priorities and Coordination Approaches as Articulated in CoSTEM:
- Increase and Sustain Youth and Public Engagement in STEM