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Connected Science Learning Volume 1, 2016 - Issue 2: Professional Development: Building the capacity of STEM educators to enhance collaboration between in-school and out-of-school environments
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Skynet Junior Scholars

Professional Development to Support STEM Exploration in a Variety of Settings

Kathryn WilliamsonView further author information
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Sue Ann HeatherlyView further author information
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Vivian HoetteView further author information
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Eva Erdosne TothView further author information
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David BeerView further author information
Article: 12420459 | Published online: 17 Apr 2024

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