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Space Education Virtual Learning Resources


Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is dedicated to the continued education and inspiration of our guests. These are some of the resources you can use to give future space explorers an out-of-this-world learning experience from home.




Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex educator speaks about mission patches in one of the educational videos.

Long Distance Learning with Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

Available on our social media channels, our free, online distance learning videos dive into space-related science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) concepts, NASA’s key milestones, book readings and more! With trained educators leading each video from different locations at the visitor complex, this virtual learning experience comes to life!

Have a question about a particular space topic? Just ask your question in the comment section of our videos and an educator will respond as quickly as possible.

Learn more on our social media channels, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.




Space Chase Explore Kennedy Space Center app

Space Chase! Explore & Learn App

Space Chase! Explore & Learn is a free mobile learning experience for students before, during and after their school field trip to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Students can use their smartphones to investigate and solve space-related challenges. If a student has not yet been to the visitor complex they are still able to participate in pre-visit challenges.

Available in the Apple Store and Google Play.



Educator Resources

Through educational websites, we encourage families, teachers and students to explore the resources available from NASA for continued study in order to nurture and train the next generation of space explorers. Links are updated frequently, so be sure to check back often for new and exciting opportunities to explore.

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NASA Stem @ home for students grade K-4

Explore the Universe with NASA at Home

Calling all explorers! NASA provides educators, students and families with access to educational resources to expand their knowledge, and explore deeper into STEM topics.

Launch a rocket, build a Moon Habitat, solve problems and more! Discover fun and engaging NASA STEM activities, hear the stories behind exploration through podcasts and find educational resources.

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