Classroom Resources
The Visioneers Season 2 Episode 18
On August 25, 2026, Authentic Exploration Matters was proudly featured on The Visioneers with Zay Harding.
As a nonprofit committed to connecting teachers with authentic experiences that spark meaningful learning, we developed a classroom activity designed to align with the episode and extend the learning into schools.
AEM Lessons are based on three steps. Research, Awareness, and Action.
If you are looking to get your students engaging in marine science and build STEM skills, check out our AEM BRUV Lesson.
Research
Marine Life
Awareness
Interpret Data
Action
Discussion
Activites
Observe
Record Data
Interpret Results
Sharing Results
Improving Design
Mission Checklist
1️⃣ Research - Learn about BRUV systems
2️⃣ Practice finding MaxN
3️⃣ Observation - BRUV video
4️⃣ Record observations
5️⃣ Awareness -Build a food web and discuss
6️⃣ Make a scientific claim
7️⃣ Write your AI-supported story
8️⃣ Action - Help us design a new BRUV
AEM BRUV Explorer Presentation
NGSS Science & Engineering Practices Alignment
This model supports all eight NGSS Science and Engineering Practices:
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Asking Questions and Defining Problems
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Developing and Using Models
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Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
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Analyzing and Interpreting Data
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Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking
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Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions
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Engaging in Argument from Evidence
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Obtaining, Evaluating, and
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Communicating Information
NGSS Science & Engineering Practices Alignment
This model supports all eight NGSS Science and Engineering Practices:
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Asking Questions and Defining Problems
-
Developing and Using Models
-
Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
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Analyzing and Interpreting Data
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Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking
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Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions
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Engaging in Argument from Evidence
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Obtaining, Evaluating, and
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Communicating Information