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Magnitude.io Student-driven ExoLab-8 experiment returns with historic Crew-1 Dragon, sets date for ExoLab-9
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Transformative learning during the pandemic aboard the ISS Orbital Classroom
While the pandemic disrupted many learning experiences, our students will remember 2021 as the year that they went to space. Our virtual field trip with the humble little clover seeds opens up the universe of possibilities through authentic research. BERKELEY, Calif. (PRWEB) May 02, 2021 Magnitude.io CEO Ted Tagami announced today that ExoLab-8 returned from the International Space Station (ISS) on Sunday, May 2 on board the historic Crew-1 SpaceX Dragon after connecting more that 4,000 students with a hands-on transdisciplinary experience.
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BEAVERTON, Ore., Feb. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ Vernier Software & Technology recently partnered with Magnitude.io to engage students in a virtual field trip to the International Space Station (ISS). During this unique distance learning opportunity, students will participate in the ExoLab-8 plant science experiment in which they will grow and analyze their own legumes simultaneously with legumes grown in space. Vernier is offering a special discount to educators interested in participating in this experiment and purchasing the accompanying student and educator kits.
ExoLab-8 is designed to put students at the forefront of scientific research by having them discover insights alongside Magnitude.io s team of principal investigators and scientists. This month, Magnitude.io will launch legumes, red clover, into orbit that will grow on the ISS for 30 days. Then students will have the opportunity to participate in post-flight genetic and data analy