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We welcome 8th – 12th grade STEM teachers who want to engage their students in problem-based learning, doing STEM projects with the potential for real-world impact in mitigating climate change.
The I2M Challenges, structured to align with NGSS practices, can work in the following school contexts:
- As part or whole of your course elective
- As a final graduation or independent study project
- As a free-choice option in science club after school.
Read a brief article describing past student submissions or browse student videos.
Prizes
$4,000 1st Prize
$2,500 2nd Prize
$500 Critic Award
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Bio-inspired window design
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