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"If you are a student or a teacher you are probably looking to connect with experts and enhance your learning experience. To do so, your first step is to register as a member of the site. To register, scroll down to the bottom left under the Site Login area and choose "Register" beside "No account yet?" Once you register you can login to the site and access VROC's programming - located under the Programs menu. Specifically, we hope you participate in our "On The Fly" program, which connects classrooms with a live expert through videoconferencing technology. Don't forget to subscibe to the podcast by clicking on "Full Feed" under the T-WiSE Podcast menu on the right hand side of the website!"

"The Educurious Expert Network (TEEN)™ connects students to pivotal role models that might be missing in their young lives. One inspirational adult can make all the difference and lead to academic and career success. Connecting kids to a future they care about. As a virtual advisor, our Experts inspire students to finish school by sharing what they do, how they work and the difference they're making in the world."

"Thankfully, the public understanding of science is part of the core mission for many science centers, zoos and aquaria, botanical gardens, and natural history museums. These institutions, collectively known as informal science centers, are taking a leadership role in ensuring that students get quality instruction in the sciences. Perhaps the most exciting programs coming out of these institutions are initiatives related to the professional development of new teachers (or teachers new to teaching science). These programs mentor novice science teachers in inquiry-based approaches to science learning. They also provide ongoing support and access to experts in various scientific disciplines."

Teachers can bring Q?rius into their classrooms with Smithsonian Science How?, a new way to tap into the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. Smithsonian Science How? delivers real-world science into classrooms through free, interactive, live webcasts and supporting classroom resources. The 25-minute programs feature the research and personalities of the National Museum of Natural History, providing students with positive STEM role models, information about science careers and pathways, and connections to current research. For example, students can interact with Smithsonian experts who examine bones and artifacts that are millions of years old; they can piece together forensic anthropology mysteries and dive into coral reefs. In addition, students will see how scientists and other experts use tools and technology in their work and how the science is connected to them. Browse the program schedule to plan your next journey.

"Ever suffered through a presentation packed with tiny text, read aloud word by word? Experts agree: content narrowed down to one idea per slide is way better for an audience's comprehension (and sanity). While this can be a challenging exercise for some, Haiku Deck makes it easy. Here are some quick pointers on simplifying communication - and a fun two-minute challenge:"

"Ever suffered through a presentation packed with tiny text, read aloud word by word? Experts agree: content narrowed down to one idea per slide is way better for an audience's comprehension (and sanity). While this can be a challenging exercise for some, Haiku Deck makes it easy. Here are some quick pointers on simplifying communication - and a fun two-minute challenge:"