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ExploreLearning was founded in 1999 by educators looking for new ways to inspire students and help them succeed. We make innovative math and science online solutions that are fun to use and really work. Gizmos®️, Reflex®️, Science4Us®️, and Frax®️ are used in classrooms in every state and over 50 countries worldwide.
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AHMED ALI | ANALYTICAL CHEMIST
Ahmed Ali is a former analytical chemist. Analytical chemists conduct controlled experiments to explore the chemical component of substances. In his career as an analytical chemist, Ahmed had the opportunity to work as an emergency response chemist for the CDC studying toxic substances. Ahmed also worked as a synthetic chemist, creating molecules that could detect cancer.
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As a chemist, Ahmed studied the molecules of different substances. Let students explore atoms and molecular structure with the Gizmos Ionic Bond simulation*.
*Suggested simulations are available when you sign up for a Gizmos 30-day free trial or when you log in to your paid account.
JENNIFER DORCÉ-MEDARD | DOCTOR
Jennifer Dorcé-Medard is a doctor who currently works as a family physician. A family physician is a doctor who sees patients of all ages—from newborn babies to elderly folks. Jennifer’s knowledge of medicine and science allows her to help treat a wide range of diseases and conditions.
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The study of anatomy is important for any medical specialty. See how muscles, bones, and connective tissue work together to allow movement in your arm with the Gizmos Muscle and Bones simulation*.
*Suggested simulations are available when you sign up for a Gizmos 30-day free trial or when you log in to your paid account.
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Guillermo DomiNguez | Pilot
Guillermo Dominguez is a pilot for Envoy Airlines, which is a part of American Airlines. Pilots study aviation science and undergo training to learn how to operate an aircraft such as an airplane or a helicopter. Guillermo flies a commercial airplane and uses his knowledge and skills in aviation to perform preflight inspections and to safely transport passengers to their destinations.
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As a pilot, Guillermo needs to be aware of current and future weather conditions before taking flight. Have your students explore weather conditions with the Gizmos Observing Weather (Metric) simulation*.
*Suggested simulations are available when you sign up for a Gizmos 30-day free trial or when you log in to your paid account.
Ambry Johnson | Director of Operations
Ambry Johnson is the director of operations for SEEK Foundation, a nonprofit organization that provides educational STEM/STEAM opportunities to children, families, and teachers in the South Florida community. With a background in science education, Ambry oversees STEM programs that help students learn to code, grow herbs and fruits through a hydroponic system, and build their own skateboards.
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One of the STEM projects Ambry organizes for her community is growing fruits. Have your students virtually grow plants with the Gizmos Growing Plants simulation*.
*Suggested simulations are available when you sign up for a Gizmos 30-day free trial or when you log in to your paid account.
Dr. Marquita Blades | STEM Educator
Dr. Marquita Blades is a STEM educator who has taught high school science for grades 9-12. In her science classes, Dr. Blades covered topics like biology, chemistry, and physics. Dr. Blades is also the creator of a learning framework called POWARRful Teaching Strategies and leads workshops and seminars for teachers across the country.
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Dr. Blades encouraged her high school students to explore science through experiments. Have your students hypothesize, test, and observe with the Gizmos Mystery Powder Analysis simulation*.
*Suggested simulations are available when you sign up for a Gizmos 30-day free trial or when you log in to your paid account.
Michelle Huepenbecker | Registered Dietitian
Michelle Huepenbecker is a registered dietitian for The Emily Project, which offers in-person and telehealth treatments for individuals with eating disorders. In her role, Michelle helps people overcome their eating disorder and find food freedom. Michelle provides her clients with counseling, as well as education about food and nutrition.
*Suggested simulations are available when you sign up for a Gizmos 30-day free trial or when you log in to your paid account.
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Michelle teaches her clients about food’s macro and micronutrients. Have students test food samples to determine if the food is a carbohydrate, protein, or lipid with the Identifying Nutrients Gizmos simulation*.
Kiran Campbell | Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Kiran Campbell is a registered dietitian nutritionist at a hospital. In this role, Kiran assesses a patient’s nutritional needs, helps come up with individualized nutrition plan, and addresses patient’s medical concerns and nutritional deficiencies. Kiran monitors her patients to provide the best quality care possible.
*Suggested simulations are available when you sign up for a Gizmos 30-day free trial or when you log in to your paid account.
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Kiran helps patients by developing a nutritional plan. Teach students how the body absorbs nutrients when food is broken down with the Digestive System Gizmos simulation*.
MARY WASSON | METEOROLOGIST
As a broadcast meteorologist, Mary Wasson brings her knowledge of weather to the television screen. She uses tools like barometers, maps, radar, and satellites to study patterns and forecast the weather. Mary also works in graphic design to display weather information for her broadcasts. Because the weather constantly changes, meteorologists like Mary must be ready to work any day of the week, including holidays.
*Suggested simulations are available when you sign up for a Gizmos 30-day free trial or when you log in to your paid account.
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Mary forecasts daily weather conditions by observing data. Find out the origin of land breezes and sea breezes with our Coastal Winds and Clouds Gizmo.
LILIAN WANG | Biotechnology Scientist
Lilian Wang is a biotechnology scientist focused on developing cancer treatments using cell therapy. She develops assays (investigative laboratory tests) to determine the quality and safety of cancer drug products. Lilian modifies white blood cells from healthy donors to target and treat cancer cells. Most of Lilian’s research occurs in the laboratory, where she conducts experiments to detect antibodies and levels of proteins.
*Suggested simulations are available when you sign up for a Gizmos 30-day free trial or when you log in to your paid account.
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Lilian works to create treatments for diseases using cell therapy. Help your students explore the building blocks of cells with the Gizmos Cell Structure simulation. Students can collect and view cell samples from animals, plants, or bacteria under a microscope and discover the structure and function of organelles.