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EPISODE · Aug 1, 2025 · 26 MIN

192. How to Address the Alien Question

from The STEM Space · host Vivify STEM

Show Summary:In this episode, Natasha and Claire kick things off with their latest animal adventures. But the real focus is on helping STEM teachers gear up for the new school year. They break down the top things you should be doing right now, including how to strategically approach your curriculum planning and what supplies you’ll want to stock up on before the school rush hits. Whether you’re a veteran teacher or new to the STEM classroom, this episode packs in practical tips to help you gear up for a great year ahead!Links from the Show:Related The STEM Space Podcast Episodes 191. What STEM Teachers Should Do In the Summer96. Chat with a Chemist ft Dr. Danna Freedman148. AI Tips for Teachers ft. Lauren KellyVivify STEM Blog Posts A Search for Life: Astro-Rover STEM ChallengeBest Free AI Tools for EducatorsScientific Method vs. Engineering Design Process: Which is used in STEM learning?Vivify STEM LessonsAstro-Rover Space Science & Engineering Design UnitFREE! - Explore the Universe: Star Party Astronomy Scavenger HuntFREE! - Host a Classroom DebateOther STEM ResourcesSETI InstituteThe Drake EquationThe Fermi Paradox: Where are all the aliens?Von Neumann ProbesThe Berserker Hypothesis: The Darkest Explanation Of The Fermi ParadoxTHE STEM SPACE SHOWNOTESTHE STEM SPACE FACEBOOK GROUPVIVIFY INSTAGRAMVIVIFY FACEBOOKVIVIFY XVIVIFY TIKTOKVIVIFY YOUTUBE

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In this episode of The STEM Space, we tackle a question that sparks curiosity in classrooms everywhere: “Do aliens exist?” We explore how educators can address this big question in a way that inspires critical thinking and scientific inquiry. From the famous Drake Equation to the intriguing concept of Von Neumann probes we’ll unpack the science and the imagination behind the search for extraterrestrial life. Whether your students are budding astronomers or just fascinated by the unknown, we’ll give you tools to turn their curiosity into meaningful STEM discussions.

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