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The Coolest Minds in STEM

About X-STEM All Access

Students get an inside look into the exciting careers and inspiring personal journeys of diverse STEM role models through a lively Q&A session with a fellow STEM professional. The 20-minute max episodes will premiere throughout the school year and will be available on-demand to fit into your schedule.

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Lesson Plans

X-STEM All Access episodes come with free NGSS-aligned lesson plans designed for middle and high school classrooms. Each lesson includes an optional SEL component, links to a compatible X-STEM All Access episode featuring an inspiring STEM role model, and many lessons include a career connection component to help students see the real-world applications of STEM fields. Browse our library of lesson plans created by educators for educators!

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Featured NGSS-Aligned Lesson Plans

Building Sustainable Ships

Students design and test a ship structure that must be both...

Economic Geology: Managing Critical Resources in a Changing World

Students investigate Earth’s critical minerals and responsible resource use.

Submerged Systems: Submarine Science & Engineering

Students investigate how submarines use science and engineering to explore the...

Exploring Nondestructive Testing

Students explore nondestructive testing techniques and use to analyze case studies.

Made in Space: Manufacturing in Microgravity

Students investigate how space-based manufacturing in microgravity improves material quality.

Exploring Oceans Deep: Nature-Inspired Engineering

Students explore manta ray-inspired AUV design, research, and present their findings...

Earth to Orbit: Materials in Extremes

Students explore material properties connected to their performance in extreme settings.

Engineering Stronger, Smarter Materials

Students explore how structure impacts material properties through data analysis and...