Saturday, July 25, 2020

NOVA Labs on Khan Academy a brand-new way to explore science

NOVA Labs on Khan Academy a brand-new way to explore science Have you ever wondered what causes solar flares or how clouds form?  Do you have questions about computer viruses and hacking? Or are you curious about  RNA, the wonder molecule that’s crucial to life as we know it? Starting today, you can explore these topics on Khan Academy through lessons created by our partners at NOVA Labs.NOVA Labs (pbs.org/nova/labs) is a free science resource from the producers of the NOVA television series on PBS,  the most popular science series on American television. Through NOVA Labs,  teens and lifelong learners take part in real-world investigations by visualizing, analyzing, and playing with the same data that scientists use. These games and activities foster authentic scientific exploration, supported by the world-class science videos that NOVA has been making for over 40 years. Khan Academy is now excited to offer five different investigations from NOVA Labs for aspiring scientists: Cybersecurity, RNA: the wonder molecule, The Sun and solar st orms, Energy, and Clouds. You’ll learn to predict solar storms, design renewable energy systems, track cloud movements, design biomolecules and more. Start exploring today, and let us know what you think in the comments below.