Learn With Us
Explore educational opportunities that ignite the spirit of exploration and bring the wonder of the world to learners.
National Geographic is where education meets exploration. We are transforming the learning experience for young people and the educators who reach them with the tools, resources, and support they need to feed their curiosity and become the explorers of tomorrow. Through immersive experiences, interactive lesson plans, maps, and other free resources – there are endless ways to learn with National Geographic.
The Explorer Mindset Learning Framework
The National Geographic Explorer Mindset Learning Framework underpins our education offerings and articulates the attitudes, skills, and knowledge for cultivating an Explorer’s Mindset.
Engaging resources
Resources
Every subject is worth exploring. From science and geography to human culture and history—there’s a world of knowledge waiting to be uncovered.
Online Courses
Connect with a global community of educators while transforming your teaching practice with National Geographic’s free online courses for educators.
Learn Anywhere
No matter where you are learning, we offer a space to connect with our community, share strategies, lesson plans, education guides, and offer encouragement and inspiration!
Education Blog
Explore inquiry-based ideas, lessons, and stories. Learn from other Explorers, educators, and young people. Join #GenGeo, our next generation of Explorers.
Explorer Classroom
These live, interactive sessions virtually connect young people, educators, and families with National Geographic Explorers from around the globe. Hear from cutting-edge scientists, powerful storytellers, and inspiring educators as they share their behind-the-scenes stories, experiences, and adventures in the field.
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